Benicia to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.4 miles 377.2 km · straight line
293 miles estimated 471.5 km · driving distance
5h 54min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Benicia from Santa Maria?

The distance from Benicia to Santa Maria is 234.4 miles (377.2 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located SSE of Benicia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 293 miles, taking about 5h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benicia 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.

How to Get from Benicia to Santa Maria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 54min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 5min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 36min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benicia & Santa Maria

Quick Facts

Benicia
38.05°N, 122.16°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
Santa Maria
34.95°N, 120.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients