Santa Paula to Union City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.4 miles 448.1 km · straight line
348 miles estimated 560.1 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Santa Paula from Union City?

The distance from Santa Paula to Union City is 278.4 miles (448.1 km) as the crow flies. Union City is located NW of Santa Paula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Santa Paula and Union City. 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 Paula to Union City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Santa Paula & Union City

Quick Facts

Santa Paula
34.35°N, 119.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
85m elevation
Union City
37.60°N, 122.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients