San Fernando to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122.7 miles 197.4 km · straight line
153.4 miles estimated 246.8 km · driving distance
3h 5min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is San Fernando from Santa Maria?

The distance from San Fernando to Santa Maria is 122.7 miles (197.4 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located WNW of San Fernando. By car, the driving distance is approximately 153.4 miles, taking about 3h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Fernando 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 Fernando to Santa Maria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 5min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 42min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 56min $18–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between San Fernando & Santa Maria

Quick Facts

San Fernando
34.28°N, 118.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
326m 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 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 203 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients