Montclair, California to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

325.8 miles 524.3 km · straight line
370.6 miles actual route 596.4 km · driving distance
7h 1min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
315° NW bearing direction

How far is Montclair, California from San Jose?

The distance from Montclair, California to San Jose is 325.8 miles (524.3 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located NW of Montclair, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370.6 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. 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 Montclair, California 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 Montclair, California to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 1min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 25min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~6h 40min $44–$130* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montclair, California & San Jose

Quick Facts

Montclair, California
34.08°N, 117.69°W
America/Los_Angeles
325m 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 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM