San Francisco to Santa Maria: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is San Francisco from Santa Maria?
The distance from San Francisco to Santa Maria is 224 miles (360.5 km) as the crow flies. Santa Maria is located SSE of San Francisco. By car, the driving distance is approximately 263 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for San Francisco 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.
How to Get from San Francisco to Santa Maria
Suggested Stops Between San Francisco & Santa Maria
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
- You could travel this distance about 111.2 times to circle the Earth's equator