Bakersfield to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Santa Maria?

The distance from Bakersfield to Santa Maria is 85.1 miles (137 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located WSW of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.4 miles, taking about 2h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield and Santa Maria. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.