Perris, CA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Perris, CA have 3 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Pacific Coast. Most drives stay under 169 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Perris, CA spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
408.5 mi
San Jose, CA
Quickest Drive
26m
Riverside, CA
Plan Around Perris, CA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Perris, CA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Perris, CA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Perris, CA
Driving from Perris, CA
The typical drive from Perris, CA covers about 169 miles and takes around 3h 15m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 409 miles (7h 45m), while the shortest is just 18 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Perris, CA are San Jose, CA (408.5 mi, 7h 45m), San Diego, CA (80.8 mi, 1h 33m), and Riverside, CA (17.7 mi, 26m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 169-mile drive from Perris, CA, expect to burn about 6.7 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Perris, CA and 2 routes heading into Perris, CA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 18 to 409 miles.
The longest mapped route from Perris, CA covers 409 miles and takes approximately 7h 45m. Shorter options start at just 18 miles.
The average route from Perris, CA runs about 169 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 15m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Perris, CA include San Jose, CA, San Diego, CA and Riverside, CA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Perris, CA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
79,349
Median Income
$82,523
Median Home Value
$431,900
Median Age
31.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Perris, CA
A sampling of people born in Perris, CA.
Alfred Edward Green
1889–1960
American film director (1889-1960)
Karen Maruyama
1958
American actress and comedian (born 1958)
Dorothy Ford
1922–2010
actor and model (1922-2010)
Aishah Sutherland
1990
American basketball player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Perris, CA.
Orange Empire Railway Museum
railroad museum in Perris, California
City data from Wikidata (Q983609), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Perris, CA
Perris is in Riverside County. It is known for Lake Perris, an artificial lake, skydiving, Southern California Railway Museum, and its sunny dry climate.
Perris came into existence with the emergence of the California Southern Railroad, where a depot was established between Barstow and San Diego. It was founded in 1911.
Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S A St, ☏ +1 951-943-3020. Daily 9AM-5PM. A prominent railroad museum featuring the largest collection of Pacific Electric Railway stock around, along with cabooses and steam locomotives. Some of these are incorporated into a train offering rides on a 1/2 mile track. Free admission/parking, surcharge for train rides. (updated Jun 2024) Motte Historical Car Museum, 28380 CA-74, Sun City, ☏ +1 951-928-3210. W-Su 10AM-4PM. Vintage cars housed in an old barn for old car buffs. (updated Jun 2024) Perris Valley Historical Museum, 120 W 4th St, ☏ +1 951-657-0274. Providing background exhibits on Perris history. (updated Jun 2024) Ya'i Heki' Regional Indian Museum, 17801 Lake Perris Dr, ☏ +1 951-940-5657. F 10AM-2PM, Sa-Su 10AM-4PM. (updated Jun 2024)
Lake Perris State Recreation Area, 17801 Lake Perris Dr, ☏ +1 951-940-5600. A man-made lake surrounded by rocky escarpment with various boating and other recreational amenities. $10. (updated Jun 2024) Skydive Perris, 2091 Goetz Rd (at Perris Valley Airport), ☏ +1 951-657-1664. daily 7AM-5PM. (updated Jun 2024) Regency Perris, 1688 N Perris Blvd. Movie theater. (updated Jun 2024) Perris Raceway, 1205 Burton Rd, ☏ +1 951-657-6042. Motocross (updated Jun 2024) Southern California Fair, 18700 Lake Perris Dr. Held annually in October, featuring food, carnival rides, shows, crafts, and agriculture. The fairgrounds are also open year round with various activities.
Perris is not a cornucopia of hotels, but a couple of basic options exist. American Inn, 1775 N Perris Blvd, ☏ +1 951-657-1002. $90. (updated Jun 2024) Or you could try camping at Lake Perris State Recreation Area.
Perris is 71 miles (114 km) east-southeast of Los Angeles and 81 miles (130 km) north of San Diego. For drivers, Perris is readily connected to the rest of metro LA area by I-215. But there is also the 91/Perris Valley Line of the Metrolink for those utilizing public transportation.
Riverside Transit Agency offers some routes through the municipality and into adjacent areas. More practically though, a car is probably advisable.
Travel tips adapted from Perris on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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