Los Angeles to Santa Barbara: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Los Angeles from Santa Barbara?

The distance from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara is 86.9 miles (139.8 km) as the crow flies. Santa Barbara is located WNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 95 miles, taking about 1h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. 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.