Santa Maria to Simi Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105.3 miles 169.4 km · straight line
131.6 miles estimated 211.8 km · driving distance
2h 39min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Santa Maria from Simi Valley?

The distance from Santa Maria to Simi Valley is 105.3 miles (169.4 km) as the crow flies. Simi Valley is located ESE of Santa Maria. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.6 miles, taking about 2h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. 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 Santa Maria and Simi Valley. 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 Santa Maria to Simi Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 39min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 11min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 31min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Santa Maria & Simi Valley

Quick Facts

Santa Maria
34.95°N, 120.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
67m elevation
Simi Valley
34.27°N, 118.78°W
America/Los_Angeles
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 236.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients