Distance from San Jose to Chattanooga by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Chattanooga (TN) is 2034 miles or 3273 kilometers or 1766 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Chattanooga is 2388 miles (3844 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 354 miles or 571 km.

San Jose to Chattanooga Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Chattanooga, TN

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Chattanooga, Tennessee is 2388 miles or 3844 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Chattanooga, TN is 2388 miles or 3844 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Chattanooga, Tennessee is approximately 2388 miles (3844 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 42 to 43 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Chattanooga, TN

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Chattanooga, TN?
The total driving time is 42 hours, 8 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Chattanooga take?
San Jose and Chattanooga are 42 hours 8 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 Jose and Chattanooga

Time difference between San Jose (CA) and Chattanooga (TN) is 3 Hours.
Chattanooga time is 3 Hours ahead of San Jose.

Current local time in San Jose	Current local time in Chattanooga
2025-12-20, 19:42:10 PST	2025-12-20, 22:42:10 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2388 mi	3844 km	2073.74 nmi
Straight line distance	2034 mi	3273 km	1766 nmi
Difference	354 mi	571 km	307 nmi

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