Coalinga to Santa Cruz: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.2 miles 175.7 km · straight line
136.5 miles estimated 219.6 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Coalinga from Santa Cruz?

The distance from Coalinga to Santa Cruz is 109.2 miles (175.7 km) as the crow flies. Santa Cruz is located WNW of Coalinga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.5 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. 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 Coalinga and Santa Cruz. 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 Coalinga to Santa Cruz

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Coalinga & Santa Cruz

Quick Facts

Coalinga
36.14°N, 120.36°W
America/Los_Angeles
205m elevation
Santa Cruz
36.97°N, 122.03°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients