Pullman to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

692.1 miles 1113.9 km · straight line
941.9 miles actual route 1515.9 km · driving distance
17h 54min estimated drive time
$91 - $112 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Pullman from San Jose?

The distance from Pullman to San Jose is 692.1 miles (1113.9 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located SSW of Pullman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 941.9 miles, taking about 17h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Pullman in Washington 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 Pullman 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 Pullman to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 54min $91 - $112 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 29min $75–$141* Budget
Train ~23h 16min $113–$330* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pullman & San Jose

Quick Facts

Pullman
46.73°N, 117.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
717m 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 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM