Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

412.6 miles 664 km · straight line
483.9 miles actual route 778.8 km · driving distance
9h 49min estimated drive time
$47 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
307° NW bearing direction

How far is Joshua Tree, California (National Park) from San Jose?

The distance from Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to San Jose is 412.6 miles (664 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located NW of Joshua Tree, California (National Park). By car, the driving distance is approximately 483.9 miles, taking about 9h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. 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 Joshua Tree, California (National Park) 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 Joshua Tree, California (National Park) to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 49min $47 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 47min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~9h 20min $58–$169* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joshua Tree, California (National Park) & San Jose

Quick Facts

Joshua Tree, California (National Park)
33.87°N, 115.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
792m 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 138 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM