Los Angeles to Santa Paula: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51.1 miles 82.2 km · straight line
64.2 miles actual route 103.4 km · driving distance
1h 24min estimated drive time
$6 - $8 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Los Angeles from Santa Paula?

The distance from Los Angeles to Santa Paula is 51.1 miles (82.2 km) as the crow flies. Santa Paula is located WNW of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 64.2 miles, taking about 1h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 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 Los Angeles to Santa Paula

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 24min $6 - $8 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 41min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Los Angeles & Santa Paula

Quick Facts

Los Angeles
34.05°N, 118.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m 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 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 487.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM