Big Sur to Flagstaff: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Big Sur from Flagstaff?
The distance from Big Sur to Flagstaff is 574.1 miles (924 km) as the crow flies. Flagstaff is located E of Big Sur. By car, the driving distance is approximately 689 miles, taking about 13h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Big Sur in California and Flagstaff in Arizona.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Big Sur and Flagstaff. 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 Flagstaff
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
- You could travel this distance about 43.4 times to circle the Earth's equator