Riverside to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

392.8 miles 632.2 km · straight line
435.1 miles actual route 700.2 km · driving distance
8h 8min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Riverside from Sacramento?

The distance from Riverside to Sacramento is 392.8 miles (632.2 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located NW of Riverside. By car, the driving distance is approximately 435.1 miles, taking about 8h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Riverside and Sacramento. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Riverside to Sacramento

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 8min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 46min $35–$65* Budget
Train ~7h 44min $52–$152* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Riverside & Sacramento

Quick Facts

Riverside
33.95°N, 117.40°W
America/Los_Angeles
256m elevation
Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM