Big Sur to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Big Sur from Seattle?
The distance from Big Sur to Seattle is 783.7 miles (1261.2 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located N of Big Sur. By car, the driving distance is approximately 934 miles, taking about 18h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 5min. Both are located in United States — Big Sur in California and Seattle in Washington.
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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Big Sur and Seattle. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Seattle
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 261 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
- You could travel this distance about 31.8 times to circle the Earth's equator