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How to Travel from

San Mateo to Big Sur

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$472.00

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.21
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
7 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.08–$5.10

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.48–$82.92
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$70.16–$89.30

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65
Bus from Redwood City Station to San
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.61–$36.99

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.83

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & 4th Ave to Redwood
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Big Sur?

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Big Sur is to drive which costs $20.65 - $31.52 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo to Big Sur?

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Big Sur is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

How far is it from San Mateo to Big Sur?

The distance between San Mateo and Big Sur is 213 km. The road distance is 191.3 km.

How do I travel from San Mateo to Big Sur without a car?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Big Sur without a car is to Caltrain and bus and taxi which takes 3h 38m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from San Mateo to Big Sur?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from San Mateo to Big Sur, including transfers.

Can I drive from San Mateo to Big Sur?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Big Sur is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from San Mateo to Big Sur.

Where can I stay near Big Sur?

There are 21+ hotels available in Big Sur. Prices start at $116.92 per night.
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