East Palo Alto to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

16.7 miles 26.8 km · straight line
18.6 miles actual route 30 km · driving distance
26min estimated drive time
$2 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is East Palo Alto from San Jose?

The distance from East Palo Alto to San Jose is 16.7 miles (26.8 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located ESE of East Palo Alto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 18.6 miles, taking about 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 East Palo Alto 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 East Palo Alto to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26min $2 - $2 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between East Palo Alto & San Jose

Quick Facts

East Palo Alto
37.47°N, 122.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
6m 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 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM