Atwater to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70.2 miles 112.9 km · straight line
113.9 miles actual route 183.3 km · driving distance
2h 19min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
270° W bearing direction

How far is Atwater from San Jose?

The distance from Atwater to San Jose is 70.2 miles (112.9 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located W of Atwater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.9 miles, taking about 2h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atwater and San Jose. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atwater to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 19min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 47min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 12min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atwater & San Jose

Quick Facts

Atwater
37.35°N, 120.61°W
America/Los_Angeles
46m elevation
San Jose
37.34°N, 121.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
25m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 355 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM