Distance from Detroit to Riverside by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Riverside (CA) is 1940 miles or 3121 kilometers or 1685 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Riverside is 2252 miles (3625 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 312 miles or 504 km.

Detroit to Riverside Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Riverside, CA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Riverside, California is 2252 miles or 3625 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Riverside, CA is 2252 miles or 3625 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Riverside, California.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Riverside, California is approximately 2252 miles (3625 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 39 to 40 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Riverside, CA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Riverside, CA?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 30 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Riverside take?
Detroit and Riverside are 39 hours 30 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 Detroit and Riverside

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Riverside (CA) is 3 Hours.
Riverside time is 3 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Riverside
2025-12-21, 08:34:11 EST	2025-12-21, 05:34:11 PST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Riverside California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2252 mi	3625 km	1955.64 nmi
Straight line distance	1940 mi	3121 km	1685 nmi
Difference	312 mi	504 km	270 nmi

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