North Hills to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.8 miles 461.6 km · straight line
321.8 miles actual route 517.9 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is North Hills from San Jose?

The distance from North Hills to San Jose is 286.8 miles (461.6 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located NW of North Hills. By car, the driving distance is approximately 321.8 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 North Hills 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 North Hills to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North Hills & San Jose

Quick Facts

North Hills
34.24°N, 118.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
257m 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 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM