Memphis to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Memphis from San Jose?
The distance from Memphis to San Jose is 1772.2 miles (2852 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2050.9 miles, taking about 35h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 4min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee 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 Memphis 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 Memphis to San Jose
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 591 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 148 hours
- You could travel this distance about 14.1 times to circle the Earth's equator