Distance from San Jose to Topeka by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Topeka (KS) is 1424 miles or 2291 kilometers or 1237 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Topeka is 1814 miles (2920 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 390 miles or 629 km.

San Jose to Topeka Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Topeka, KS

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Topeka, Kansas is 1814 miles or 2920 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Topeka, KS is 1814 miles or 2920 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Topeka, Kansas.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Topeka, Kansas is approximately 1814 miles (2920 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 30 to 31 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Topeka, KS

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Topeka, KS?
The total driving time is 30 hours, 57 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Topeka take?
San Jose and Topeka are 30 hours 57 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 Topeka

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

Current local time in San Jose	Current local time in Topeka
2025-12-18, 08:48:34 PST	2025-12-18, 11:48:34 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1814 mi	2920 km	1575.28 nmi
Straight line distance	1424 mi	2291 km	1237 nmi
Difference	390 mi	629 km	338 nmi

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