Clifton to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clifton from San Jose?

The distance from Clifton to San Jose is 738.7 miles (1188.9 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located W of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1037.6 miles, taking about 18h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 59min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and San Jose in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clifton 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.