Palo Alto to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Palo Alto from San Jose?
The distance from Palo Alto to San Jose is 15.8 miles (25.4 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located ESE of Palo Alto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 17.4 miles, taking about 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto to San Jose
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 5 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours