Long Beach, California to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Long Beach, California from Santa Maria?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Santa Maria is 151.7 miles (244.2 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located WNW of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 178.2 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Long Beach, California and Santa Maria. 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.