Distance from Boston to San Jose by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Boston (MA) to San Jose (CA) is 2679 miles or 4311 kilometers or 2326 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Boston to San Jose is 3140 miles (5054 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 461 miles or 743 km.

Boston to San Jose Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Boston, MA and San Jose, CA
This map shows the distance from Boston, MA, Usa to San Jose, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Boston, Massachusetts to San Jose, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Boston, MA to San Jose, CA

The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to San Jose, California is 3140 miles or 5054 km.
The total driving distance from Boston, MA to San Jose, CA is 3140 miles or 5054 kilometers. Your trip begins in Boston, Massachusetts. It ends in San Jose, California.
The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to San Jose, California is approximately 3140 miles (5054 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 55 to 56 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Boston, MA to San Jose, CA

How long is the drive from Boston, MA to San Jose, CA?
The total driving time is 55 hours, 38 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Boston to San Jose take?
Boston and San Jose are 55 hours 38 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Boston and San Jose

Time difference between Boston (MA) and San Jose (CA) is 3 Hours.
San Jose time is 3 Hours behind Boston.

Current local time in Boston	Current local time in San Jose
2025-12-18, 11:04:01 EST	2025-12-18, 08:04:01 PST

How Far is it Between Boston Massachusetts, USA and San Jose California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Boston, MA and San Jose, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	3140 mi	5054 km	2726.78 nmi
Straight line distance	2679 mi	4311 km	2326 nmi
Difference	461 mi	743 km	400 nmi

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