Monterey to Reno: Road Trip Guide & Distance

231.9 miles 373.2 km · straight line
289.9 miles estimated 466.5 km · driving distance
5h 50min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Monterey from Reno?

The distance from Monterey to Reno is 231.9 miles (373.2 km) as the crow flies. Reno is located NNE of Monterey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.9 miles, taking about 5h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Monterey in California and Reno in Nevada.

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 Monterey and Reno. 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 Monterey to Reno

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 50min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 0min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Monterey & Reno

Quick Facts

Monterey
36.60°N, 121.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
26m elevation
Reno
39.53°N, 119.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
1373m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients