Long Beach, California to Monterey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.1 miles 460.5 km · straight line
344.1 miles actual route 553.8 km · driving distance
6h 43min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
314° NW bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, California from Monterey?

The distance from Long Beach, California to Monterey is 286.1 miles (460.5 km) as the crow flies. Monterey is located NW of Long Beach, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.1 miles, taking about 6h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Beach, California and Monterey. 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 Long Beach, California to Monterey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 43min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 4min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 23min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, California & Monterey

Quick Facts

Long Beach, California
33.77°N, 118.19°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
Monterey
36.60°N, 121.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
26m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM