Origin
Pico Rivera, CA
Afternoon in Pico Rivera on Sunday
Local time
2:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA
Drive Time
56m
Distance
50.9 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pico Rivera, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
Riverside, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA covers 50.9 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pioneer Boulevard, I 605 North, San Gabriel River Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.4 miles from Pico Rivera, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 50.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pioneer Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 605 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| San Gabriel River Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 60 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CA 60 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pomona Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Van Buren Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mission Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Pioneer Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pico Rivera, CA and Riverside, CA.
1
Start on Washington Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Pioneer Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pioneer Boulevard
3
Take the ramp straight toward I 605 North
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 605 North
4
Merge slight left onto San Gabriel River Freeway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
San Gabriel River Freeway
5
Take the exit slight right toward CA 60 West, CA 60 East: Los Angeles, Pomona
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
CA 60 West, CA 60 East: Los Angeles, Pomona
6
Keep slight right to continue on CA 60 East: Pomona Freeway, Pomona
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
CA 60 East: Pomona Freeway, Pomona
7
Merge slight left onto Pomona Freeway
203 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pomona Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Pomona Freeway
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
Pomona Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on Pomona Freeway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pomona Freeway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Pomona Freeway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pomona Freeway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Pomona Freeway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Pomona Freeway
12
Keep slight right to continue on Pomona Freeway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Pomona Freeway
13
Keep slight right to continue on Pomona Freeway
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Pomona Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Van Buren Boulevard, Etiwanda Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Buren Boulevard, Etiwanda Avenue
15
Turn straight onto Mission Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Mission Boulevard
16
Continue on Van Buren Boulevard
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Van Buren Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Central Avenue
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Central Avenue
18
Turn sharp right
171 ft
·
13 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 25.4 miles from Pico Rivera, CA, or about 28m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 50.9 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.4 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverside, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pico Rivera, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pico Rivera, CA
This is one driving day of about 50.9 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pico Rivera, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.4 mi from Pico Rivera, CA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Pico Rivera, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Riverside, CA
The final approach into Riverside, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Riverside, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.79 one way
$23.57 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $12.16 | $24.31 |
| premium | $6.24 | $12.51 | $25.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Riverside, CA
Afternoon in Riverside on Sunday
Local time
2:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA covers 50.9 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pioneer Boulevard, I 605 North, San Gabriel River Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.4 miles from Pico Rivera, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pico Rivera, CA to Riverside, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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