Riverside to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Riverside from San Francisco?

The distance from Riverside to San Francisco is 385.7 miles (620.7 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located NW of Riverside. By car, the driving distance is approximately 432.9 miles, taking about 8h 11min. 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 San Francisco. 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.