Distance from San Diego to San Jose (United States)

The distance between San Diego, California and San Jose, California is 670 kilometers (416 miles).

San Diego, California, United States

San Jose, California, United States

San Diego and San Jose are located in California, with San Diego in the southern part and San Jose in the northern part of the state. The straight-line distance between them is 670 kilometers, heading northwest.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with San Diego at 20 meters above sea level and San Jose at 23 meters.

Driving route

The drive from San Diego to San Jose takes you along Interstate 5 and US-101, passing through Los Angeles and the Central Coast region, offering views of urban and coastal landscapes.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Monterey Bay.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from San Diego to San Jose crosses urban areas and coastal regions, with landmarks like Los Angeles and Monterey Bay.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring for mild weather and fewer crowds, or in fall for cultural events and festivals in San Jose.

Climate

San Jose generally has cooler and less humid conditions compared to the warmer and more humid climate of San Diego.

Accessibility

San Jose offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, similar to San Diego, making it convenient for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 8-10 hours
Car 6-8 hours
Helicopter 3-4 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
30 km/h
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90 km/h
120 km/h
San Diego, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 32.7157° N 117.1647° W

Elevation: 20 m (66 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN)
  • Naval Air Station North Island (NZY)
  • Montgomery Field Airport (MYF)
  • Ream Field (NRS)
  • Miramar Marine Corps Air Station (NKX)
San Jose, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 37.3394° N 121.895° W

Elevation: 23 m (75 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)
  • Reid-Hillview of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV)
  • Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ)
  • Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County (PAO)
  • San Carlos Airport (SQL)

Other distances from San Diego

Distance between cities Kilometers
From San Diego to New York City 3,916 km
From San Diego to Los Angeles 179 km
From San Diego to Chicago 2,790 km
From San Diego to Houston 2,099 km
From San Diego to Phoenix 482 km

Other distances from San Jose

Distances between cities Kilometers
From San Jose to New York City 4,112 km
From San Jose to Los Angeles 492 km
From San Jose to Chicago 2,964 km
From San Jose to Houston 2,593 km
From San Jose to Phoenix 990 km

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