Day trip from Riverside to Fontana
Fontana lies 16 km (10 mi) north of Riverside, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 16 km (10 mi) apart, Fontana is a realistic day trip from Riverside: about 15 min each way by road.
| Riverside | Fontana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 317,261 | 212,704 |
| Elevation | 257 m (843 ft) | 378 m (1,240 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Postal codes | 92501–92522 | 92331–92337 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Fontana
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Staying in Fontana
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Common questions
How far is Fontana from Riverside?
16 km (10 mi) in a straight line, north of Riverside; by road roughly 19 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Riverside to Fontana by road?
About 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riverside and Fontana?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.