Big Sur to Simi Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

219.7 miles 353.5 km · straight line
274.6 miles estimated 441.9 km · driving distance
5h 31min estimated drive time
$26 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
128° SE bearing direction

How far is Big Sur from Simi Valley?

The distance from Big Sur to Simi Valley is 219.7 miles (353.5 km) as the crow flies. Simi Valley is located SE of Big Sur. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.6 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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. 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 Simi Valley. 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 Simi Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 31min $26 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 37min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Big Sur & Simi Valley

Quick Facts

Big Sur
36.27°N, 121.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
152m elevation
Simi Valley
34.27°N, 118.78°W
America/Los_Angeles
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients