Albuquerque to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Santa Maria?

The distance from Albuquerque to Santa Maria is 779.4 miles (1254.4 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located W of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 916.5 miles, taking about 16h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Santa Maria in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Santa Maria. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.