Death Valley to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Death Valley from San Jose?
The distance from Death Valley to San Jose is 279.2 miles (449.3 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located WNW of Death Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 458.2 miles, taking about 9h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Death Valley 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
- You could travel this distance about 89.2 times to circle the Earth's equator