Las Vegas to Santa Paula: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.2 miles 409.1 km · straight line
298.8 miles actual route 480.8 km · driving distance
5h 56min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from Santa Paula?

The distance from Las Vegas to Santa Paula is 254.2 miles (409.1 km) as the crow flies. Santa Paula is located WSW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.8 miles, taking about 5h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada and Santa Paula 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 Paula. 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 Paula

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 56min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 7min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 38min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & Santa Paula

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
Santa Paula
34.35°N, 119.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
85m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM