Distance from Omaha to Santa Maria by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Omaha (NE) to Santa Maria (CA) is 1396 miles or 2247 kilometers or 1213 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Omaha to Santa Maria is 1680 miles (2705 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 284 miles or 458 km.

Omaha to Santa Maria Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Omaha, NE to Santa Maria, CA

The driving distance from Omaha, Nebraska to Santa Maria, California is 1680 miles or 2705 km.
The total driving distance from Omaha, NE to Santa Maria, CA is 1680 miles or 2705 kilometers. Your trip begins in Omaha, Nebraska. It ends in Santa Maria, California.
The driving distance from Omaha, Nebraska to Santa Maria, California is approximately 1680 miles (2705 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 29 to 30 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Omaha, NE to Santa Maria, CA

How long is the drive from Omaha, NE to Santa Maria, CA?
The total driving time is 29 hours, 30 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Omaha to Santa Maria take?
Omaha and Santa Maria are 29 hours 30 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Omaha and Santa Maria

Time difference between Omaha (NE) and Santa Maria (CA) is 2 Hours.
Santa Maria time is 2 Hours behind Omaha.

Current local time in Omaha	Current local time in Santa Maria
2025-12-19, 06:15:36 CST	2025-12-19, 04:15:36 PST

How Far is it Between Omaha Nebraska, USA and Santa Maria California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1680 mi	2705 km	1458.91 nmi
Straight line distance	1396 mi	2247 km	1213 nmi
Difference	284 mi	458 km	245 nmi

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