Origin
Riverside, CA
Late night in Riverside on Tuesday
Local time
3:39 AM
PDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverside, CA to Moorpark, CA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
99.1 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverside, CA
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Moorpark, CA
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Trip Overview
Riverside, CA to Moorpark, CA is 99.1 miles and takes about 2 hours 3 minutes via the Ronald Reagan Freeway, Foothill Freeway, and Pomona Freeway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within California's Pacific Coast region, offering a relatively straightforward drive. Most of the route is on the highway, making it a practical option for a quick transit. With only one day recommended, this drive is best suited for those looking for an efficient connection between these two Southern California locations. Plan for about $23 in fuel costs for this single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from Riverside, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Freeway | 25.2 mi | 28m |
| Foothill Freeway | 18.3 mi | 21m |
| Pomona Freeway | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Golden State Freeway | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| Ventura Freeway | 8 mi | 9m |
| Van Buren Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Central Avenue | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Chino Valley Freeway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Freeway
— 25.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverside, CA and Moorpark, CA.
1
Start on this road
181 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
94 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn right onto Magnolia Avenue
228 ft
·
14 sec
·
Magnolia Avenue
4
Turn left onto Central Avenue
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Van Buren Boulevard
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Van Buren Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on Mission Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Mission Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward CA 60 West
8
Merge onto CA 60
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Pomona Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 29B
Toward CA 71 South, CA 71 North: Corona, Pomona
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward CA 71 North: Pomona
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto CA 71
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Chino Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward CA 57 North
14
Continue on CA 57
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
CA 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 25C
Toward I 210 West: Pasadena
16
Merge onto I 210
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Foothill Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 134
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Ventura Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 134
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ventura Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 134
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Ventura Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 5: Golden State Freeway, Los Angeles, Sacramento
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
323 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 5 North, CA 134 West: Golden State Freeway, Sacramento, Ventura Freeway, Ventura, Zoo Drive
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 5 North: Golden State Freeway, Sacramento
23
Merge onto I 5
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Golden State Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
Exit 156A
Toward CA 118 West, CA 118 East
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
Toward CA 118 West
26
Merge onto CA 118
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
27
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 118
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 118
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 118
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 118
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
31
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 118
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 118
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Ronald Reagan Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit onto CA 118
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
CA 118
Exit 18B
Toward CA 23 North, CA 118 West: Los Angeles Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Turn right onto CA 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Moorpark Avenue
Use the right lane.
35
Arrive at destination
CA 23
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 3-minute drive, leaving Riverside, CA in the morning or mid-afternoon can help you avoid peak commute times. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but a midday departure might offer the most relaxed pace. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can push through or pull over as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $23, and refuel before you leave if you're starting with less than a quarter tank. The longest stretch without an exit is 25.2 miles, so plan any necessary breaks before entering that segment.
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 49.5 miles from Riverside, CA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.2 miles.
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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moorpark, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA
This is one driving day of about 99.1 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Riverside, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ronald Reagan Freeway for about 25.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.5 miles from Riverside, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 315 decision points cluster between mile 22.4 and 97.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
22.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward CA 71 South, CA 71 North: Corona, Pomona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29B
Toward CA 71 South, CA 71 North: Corona, Pomona
7
22.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CA 71 North: Pomona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CA 71 North: Pomona
8
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 North, CA 134 West: Golden State Freeway, Sacramento, Ventura Freeway, Ventura, Zoo Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 5 North, CA 134 West: Golden State Fre...
8
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward CA 118 West, CA 118 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 156A
Toward CA 118 West, CA 118 East
8
97.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
CA 118
Take the exit onto CA 118 toward CA 23 North, CA 118 West: Los Angeles Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18B
Toward CA 23 North, CA 118 West: Los Angeles Av...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.78 one way
$45.55 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $23.47 | $46.94 |
| premium | $6.18 | $24.10 | $48.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.41 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Moorpark, CA
Late night in Moorpark on Tuesday
Local time
3:39 AM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Pasadena, CA
50 mi in
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
4 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
2h 3m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 85% of this 99.1-mile trip on the highway. The longest continuous stretch of highway driving is 25.2 miles on the Ronald Reagan Freeway. Expect a highway feel for the majority of your travel, transitioning to surface roads as you approach your destination. Be prepared for frequent exits and potential merging traffic, typical of a route that is mostly freeway.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.2 mi on Ronald Reagan Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ronald Reagan Freeway and Foothill Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 31 significant decision points across 99.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Riverside, CA and Moorpark, CA, road signs point toward Pomona, Los Angeles, Sacramento and Ventura.
Pomona
22.4 mi in
|
~30m
Los Angeles
58.3 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Sacramento
58.3 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Ventura
58.7 mi in
|
~1h 15m
About the Cities
Starting in Riverside, CA
Full guide →Founded 1870
Riverside is a city in Riverside County in California. With a population of over 300,000, the city plays host to a diverse cross-section of people and has a rich history. Riverside is approximately 55 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. It is a center for higher education, with one community college, a large state university, and two private universities. A hub of regional commerce and transportation, it is a city with an intriguing past and a promising future, and is worth a visit.
Top landmarks
- • Mission Inn — hotel in Riverside, California
- • Universalist Unitarian Church of Riverside — church building in Riverside, California, USA
- • First Congregational Church of Riverside — church building in Riverside, California, United States of America
Arriving in Moorpark, CA
Full guide →Founded 1900
Simi Valley is in Ventura County in Southern California. There isn't much in this Los Angeles suburb but it's possible to drive to many destinations in Southern California within an hour such as Disneyland, Hollywood and Downtown LA.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 99.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.2 miles on Ronald Reagan Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Moorpark, CA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Moorpark, CA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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