Distance from San Diego to San Jose by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Diego (CA) to San Jose (CA) is 417 miles or 671 kilometers or 363 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Diego to San Jose is 459 miles (740 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 42 miles or 69 km.

San Diego to San Jose Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA

The driving distance from San Diego, California to San Jose, California is 459 miles or 740 km.
The total driving distance from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is 459 miles or 740 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Diego, California. It ends in San Jose, California.
The driving distance from San Diego, California to San Jose, California is approximately 459 miles (740 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 8 to 9 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA

How long is the drive from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
The total driving time is 8 hours, 44 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Diego to San Jose take?
San Diego and San Jose are 8 hours 44 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 San Diego and San Jose

Time difference between San Diego (CA) and San Jose (CA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in San Diego	Current local time in San Jose
2025-12-19, 03:14:14 PST	2025-12-19, 03:14:14 PST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	459 mi	740 km	398.6 nmi
Straight line distance	417 mi	671 km	363 nmi
Difference	42 mi	69 km	35 nmi

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