Big Sur to Concord, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.6 miles 190.9 km · straight line
148.3 miles estimated 238.6 km · driving distance
2h 59min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
354° N bearing direction

How far is Big Sur from Concord, California?

The distance from Big Sur to Concord, California is 118.6 miles (190.9 km) as the crow flies. Concord, California is located N of Big Sur. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.3 miles, taking about 2h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Big Sur and Concord, California. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Big Sur to Concord, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 59min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 35min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 50min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Big Sur & Concord, California

Quick Facts

Big Sur
36.27°N, 121.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
152m elevation
Concord, California
37.98°N, 122.03°W
America/Los_Angeles
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients