Distance from Las Vegas to Santa Maria by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Las Vegas (NV) to Santa Maria (CA) is 310 miles or 499 kilometers or 269 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Las Vegas to Santa Maria is 397 miles (639 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 87 miles or 140 km.

Flight distance from Las Vegas, NV to Santa Maria, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Las Vegas and Santa Maria is 310 miles or 499 km.
The nearest airport to Las Vegas, is McCarran International Airport (LAS) and the nearest airport to Santa Maria, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

What is the average flight time from Las Vegas to Santa Maria?

Flight time from Las Vegas, NV to Santa Maria, CA is 0 hours 42 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Las Vegas to Santa Maria Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Las Vegas, NV and Santa Maria, CA
This map shows the distance from Las Vegas, NV, Usa to Santa Maria, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Las Vegas, Nevada to Santa Maria, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Las Vegas, NV to Santa Maria, CA

The driving distance from Las Vegas, Nevada to Santa Maria, California is 397 miles or 639 km.
The total driving distance from Las Vegas, NV to Santa Maria, CA is 397 miles or 639 kilometers. Your trip begins in Las Vegas, Nevada. It ends in Santa Maria, California.
The driving distance from Las Vegas, Nevada to Santa Maria, California is approximately 397 miles (639 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 7 to 8 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Las Vegas, NV to Santa Maria, CA

How long is the drive from Las Vegas, NV to Santa Maria, CA?
The total driving time is 7 hours, 43 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Las Vegas to Santa Maria take?
Las Vegas and Santa Maria are 7 hours 43 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Las Vegas and Santa Maria

Time difference between Las Vegas (NV) and Santa Maria (CA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Las VegasCurrent local time in Santa Maria
2026-04-01, 01:35:20 PDT2026-04-01, 01:35:20 PDT
How Far is it Between Las Vegas Nevada, USA and Santa Maria California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Las Vegas, NV and Santa Maria, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 397 mi 639 km 344.75 nmi
Straight line distance 310 mi 499 km 269 nmi
Difference 87 mi 140 km 75 nmi

Las Vegas Details

Las Vegas is located in Nevada, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 36° 10' 29.9'' Longitude: W 115° 8' 14''
Latitude36.17497
Longitude-115.13722
StateNevada
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Santa Maria Details

Santa Maria is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 57' 10.9'' Longitude: W 120° 26' 8.6''
Latitude34.95303
Longitude-120.43572
StateCalifornia
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Las Vegas, NV and Santa Maria, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 13 hours 18 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 9 hours 59 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 8 hours 52 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 7 hours 59 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 7 hours 15 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 6 hours 39 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 6 hours 8 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 5 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 5 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 4 hours 59 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 4 hours 41 minutes