Travel Recommendation: Durant, OK to Willits, CA
Air Travel
- Companies: American Airlines, Southwest Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours (including layover)
- Distance: 1,500 miles
- Costs: Approximately £250 (round-trip, varying by booking time)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book your tickets at least 3 weeks in advance to secure the best prices and check the 'low fare calendar' on the airline's website for additional savings.
Road Travel
- Companies: Personal vehicle or rental from Hertz, Enterprise
- Duration: Approximately 22 hours (non-stop driving)
- Distance: 1,450 miles
- Costs: £150 (fuel for round trip), £200 (rental car for 3 days plus insurance)
- Roads/Routes: US-69 N, I-40 W, I-5 N
Pro Tip: Consider breaking the journey into two days to enjoy the scenery and reduce fatigue; plan a stopover in Albuquerque, NM.
Train Travel
- Companies: Amtrak
- Duration: Approximately 36 hours (with layovers)
- Distance: 1,500 miles
- Costs: Approximately £200 (one-way ticket)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book a sleeper car for a more comfortable experience and enjoy the scenic views along the route.
Recommendation
For an efficient combination of comfort and cost, I recommend taking a flight from Durant to Willits. Although road travel can provide flexibility and scenic views, the significant travel time of over 22 hours makes flying a practical choice. Plan your trip, book in advance, and enjoy your journey!