Distance from San Jose to Chesapeake by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Chesapeake (VA) is 2490 miles or 4007 kilometers or 2163 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Chesapeake is 2940 miles (4732 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 450 miles or 725 km.

San Jose to Chesapeake Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Chesapeake, VA

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Chesapeake, Virginia is 2940 miles or 4732 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Chesapeake, VA is 2940 miles or 4732 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Chesapeake, Virginia.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Chesapeake, Virginia is approximately 2940 miles (4732 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 52 to 53 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Chesapeake, VA

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Chesapeake, VA?
The total driving time is 52 hours, 41 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Chesapeake take?
San Jose and Chesapeake are 52 hours 41 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 Chesapeake

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

Current local time in San Jose	Current local time in Chesapeake
2025-12-18, 10:24:24 PST	2025-12-18, 13:24:24 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2940 mi	4732 km	2553.1 nmi
Straight line distance	2490 mi	4007 km	2163 nmi
Difference	450 mi	725 km	390 nmi

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