Distance from Raleigh to Santa Maria by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Raleigh (NC) to Santa Maria (CA) is 2337 miles or 3761 kilometers or 2030 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Raleigh to Santa Maria is 2679 miles (4312 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 342 miles or 551 km.
Flight distance from Raleigh, NC to Santa Maria, CA in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Raleigh and Santa Maria is 2337 miles or 3761 km.The nearest airport to Raleigh, is Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) and the nearest airport to Santa Maria, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
What is the average flight time from Raleigh to Santa Maria?
Flight time from Raleigh, NC to Santa Maria, CA is 5 hours 22 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Raleigh to Santa Maria Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Raleigh, NC and Santa Maria, CAThis map shows the distance from Raleigh, NC, Usa to Santa Maria, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Raleigh, North Carolina to Santa Maria, California is displayed below.
Driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Santa Maria, CA
The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Santa Maria, California is 2679 miles or 4312 km.
The total driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Santa Maria, CA is 2679 miles or 4312 kilometers. Your trip begins in Raleigh, North Carolina. It ends in Santa Maria, California.
The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Santa Maria, California is approximately 2679 miles (4312 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 47 to 48 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Raleigh, NC to Santa Maria, CA
How long is the drive from Raleigh, NC to Santa Maria, CA?The total driving time is 47 hours, 43 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Raleigh to Santa Maria take?
Raleigh and Santa Maria are 47 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 Raleigh and Santa Maria
Time difference between Raleigh (NC) and Santa Maria (CA) is 3 Hours.
Santa Maria time is 3 Hours behind Raleigh.
| Current local time in Raleigh | Current local time in Santa Maria |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-20, 06:05:58 EST | 2025-12-20, 03:05:58 PST |
How Far is it Between Raleigh North Carolina, USA and Santa Maria California, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Raleigh, NC and Santa Maria, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 2679 mi | 4312 km | 2326.44 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 2337 mi | 3761 km | 2030 nmi |
| Difference | 342 mi | 551 km | 296 nmi |
Raleigh Details
Raleigh is located in North Carolina, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 35° 49' 48.7'' Longitude: W 78° 38' 29.4'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 35.8302 |
| Longitude | -78.64149 |
| State | North Carolina |
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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 Raleigh, NC and Santa Maria, CA
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 89 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 67 hours 22 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 59 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 53 hours 54 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 49 hours 0 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 44 hours 55 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 41 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 38 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 35 hours 56 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 33 hours 41 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 31 hours 42 minutes |