What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Big Sur?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Big Sur is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to Big Sur?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Big Sur is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 50m and costs $160 - $500.

How far is it from Phoenix to Big Sur?

The distance between Phoenix and Big Sur is 635 miles. The road distance is 666.4 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix to Big Sur without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Big Sur without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 18h 10m and costs $220 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Big Sur?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Phoenix to Big Sur, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Big Sur?

Big Sur is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 5:48 AM in Phoenix and 4:48 AM in Big Sur.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Big Sur?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Big Sur is 666 miles. It takes approximately 11h 33m to drive from Phoenix to Big Sur.

Where can I stay near Big Sur?

There are 13+ hotels available in Big Sur.

Phoenix to Big Sur - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Phoenix to Big Sur by plane, taxi, bus, train, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Monterey Regional Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)plane PHX - MRY
2. Take the taxi from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Big Surtaxi
3h 50m
$160–500
Drive 662.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Phoenix to Big Surcar 662.6 mi
11h 33m
$121–175
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Gilroybus
2. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
3. Take the taxi from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Big Surtaxi
18h 10m
$224–291
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Baseline/Central Ave to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain
4. Take the taxi from Salinas to Big Surtaxi
19h 53m
$332–477
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle, taxi
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane PHX - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from San Jose Airport Terminal A to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garageshuttle
3. Take the taxi from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to Big Surtaxi
6h 28m
$255–875
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
19h 33m
$203–336

Phoenix (PHX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) flights

45Weekly Planes

3h 13mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Phoenix to Big Sur.

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Distance: 631.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Big Sur, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Phoenix to Big Sur. However, you can take the vehicle to Terminal 4 Station, walk to Phoenix (PHX) airport, fly to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), then take the taxi to Big Sur. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Gilroy, walk to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, take the bus to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3, then take the taxi to Big Sur.

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