Redding to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.1 miles 363.8 km · straight line
247.2 miles actual route 397.8 km · driving distance
4h 37min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
173° S bearing direction

How far is Redding from San Jose?

The distance from Redding to San Jose is 226.1 miles (363.8 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located S of Redding. By car, the driving distance is approximately 247.2 miles, taking about 4h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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. 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 Redding 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 Redding to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 37min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 32min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 23min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Redding & San Jose

Quick Facts

Redding
40.59°N, 122.39°W
America/Los_Angeles
172m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM