Distance from Chicago to Riverside by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Riverside (CA) is 1700 miles or 2735 kilometers or 1476 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Riverside is 1986 miles (3197 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 286 miles or 462 km.

Chicago to Riverside Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Riverside, CA
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Riverside, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Riverside, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Riverside, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Riverside, California is 1986 miles or 3197 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Riverside, CA is 1986 miles or 3197 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Riverside, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Riverside, California is approximately 1986 miles (3197 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 34 to 35 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Riverside, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Riverside, CA?
The total driving time is 34 hours, 41 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Riverside take?
Chicago and Riverside are 34 hours 41 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Riverside

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Riverside (CA) is 2 Hours.
Riverside time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Riverside
2025-12-19, 13:01:37 CST	2025-12-19, 11:01:37 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Riverside California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Riverside, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1986 mi	3197 km	1724.64 nmi
Straight line distance	1700 mi	2735 km	1476 nmi
Difference	286 mi	462 km	248 nmi

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