Half Moon Bay to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

31 miles 49.9 km · straight line
40.7 miles actual route 65.5 km · driving distance
54min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Half Moon Bay from San Jose?

The distance from Half Moon Bay to San Jose is 31 miles (49.9 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located ESE of Half Moon Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 40.7 miles, taking about 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 54min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Half Moon Bay & San Jose

Quick Facts

Half Moon Bay
37.46°N, 122.43°W
America/Los_Angeles
10m 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 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 803.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM