Distance from Phoenix to Santa Maria by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Santa Maria (CA) is 489 miles or 787 kilometers or 425 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Santa Maria is 531 miles (856 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 42 miles or 69 km.
Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, CA in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Santa Maria is 489 miles or 787 km.The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Santa Maria, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Santa Maria?
Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, CA is 1 hours 7 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Phoenix to Santa Maria Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Santa Maria, CAThis map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Santa Maria, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Santa Maria, California is displayed below.
Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, CA
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Santa Maria, California is 531 miles or 856 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, CA is 531 miles or 856 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Santa Maria, California.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Santa Maria, California is approximately 531 miles (856 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, CA
How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, CA?The total driving time is 9 hours, 55 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Santa Maria take?
Phoenix and Santa Maria are 9 hours 55 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 Phoenix and Santa Maria
Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Santa Maria (CA) is 1 Hours.
Santa Maria time is 1 Hours behind Phoenix.
| Current local time in Phoenix | Current local time in Santa Maria |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 05:15:30 MST | 2025-12-19, 04:15:30 PST |
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Santa Maria California, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Santa Maria, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 531 mi | 856 km | 461.12 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 489 mi | 787 km | 425 nmi |
| Difference | 42 mi | 69 km | 36 nmi |
Phoenix Details
Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 33.44838 |
| Longitude | -112.07404 |
| State | Arizona |
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Santa Maria Details
Santa Maria is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 34° 57' 10.9'' Longitude: W 120° 26' 8.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 34.95303 |
| Longitude | -120.43572 |
| State | California |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Santa Maria, CA
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 17 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 13 hours 22 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 11 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 10 hours 42 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 9 hours 43 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 8 hours 55 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 8 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 7 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 7 hours 8 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 6 hours 41 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 6 hours 17 minutes |