Oakland to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Oakland from San Jose?

The distance from Oakland to San Jose is 38.5 miles (62 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located SSE of Oakland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 40.7 miles, taking about 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Oakland 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.