Phoenix to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Phoenix from Santa Maria?
The distance from Phoenix to Santa Maria is 488.8 miles (786.7 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located WNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 531.1 miles, taking about 9h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Santa Maria in California.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Phoenix 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 163 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
- You could travel this distance about 50.9 times to circle the Earth's equator