San Dimas to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

160.7 miles 258.6 km · straight line
200.9 miles estimated 323.3 km · driving distance
4h 2min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is San Dimas from Santa Maria?

The distance from San Dimas to Santa Maria is 160.7 miles (258.6 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located WNW of San Dimas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 200.9 miles, taking about 4h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 San Dimas and Santa Maria. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from San Dimas to Santa Maria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 2min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 50min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 50min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between San Dimas & Santa Maria

Quick Facts

San Dimas
34.11°N, 117.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
291m elevation
Santa Maria
34.95°N, 120.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 155 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients