Riverside to Santa Paula: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99 miles 159.4 km · straight line
123.8 miles estimated 199.3 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Riverside from Santa Paula?

The distance from Riverside to Santa Paula is 99 miles (159.4 km) as the crow flies. Santa Paula is located WNW of Riverside. By car, the driving distance is approximately 123.8 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Riverside and Santa Paula. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Santa Paula

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Riverside & Santa Paula

Quick Facts

Riverside
33.95°N, 117.40°W
America/Los_Angeles
256m elevation
Santa Paula
34.35°N, 119.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
85m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 251.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients