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471 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Big Sur

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Big Sur

Cheapest
5 h 27 min
Car
471 km.
from $25
Other
3 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
from $390.67
10 h 22 min
Bus, Taxi
390 km.
from $292.15
11 h 41 min
Train, Taxi
390 km.
from $322.41
6 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
from $309.15
12 h 23 min
390 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.16–$204.11

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$459.25

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$344.44

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$255.14

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Van Nuys to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08
Bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Email:
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.13–$70.16

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.62–$108.43
Bus from Los Angeles to Isla
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.48–$52.30

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Aviation/Lax
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.40

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur is to drive which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur is to line 3 bus and fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $206.52 - $510.87 .

How far is it from Santa Monica to Big Sur?

The distance between Santa Monica and Big Sur is 504 km. The road distance is 489.5 km.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Big Sur without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 10h 22m and costs $152.17 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Santa Monica to Big Sur, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Big Sur?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Big Sur is 490 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Santa Monica to Big Sur.

Where can I stay near Big Sur?

There are 18+ hotels available in Big Sur. Prices start at $113.32 per night.
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