Monterey to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Monterey from Sacramento?

The distance from Monterey to Sacramento is 138.6 miles (223.1 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located N of Monterey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186.6 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Monterey and Sacramento. 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.