Las Vegas to Santa Clarita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.9 miles 366.7 km · straight line
268.1 miles actual route 431.5 km · driving distance
5h 13min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from Santa Clarita?

The distance from Las Vegas to Santa Clarita is 227.9 miles (366.7 km) as the crow flies. Santa Clarita is located WSW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.1 miles, taking about 5h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada and Santa Clarita in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Las Vegas and Santa Clarita. 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.

How to Get from Las Vegas to Santa Clarita

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 13min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 16min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~4h 57min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & Santa Clarita

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
Santa Clarita
34.39°N, 118.54°W
America/Los_Angeles
368m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM