San Fernando to San Jose: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.1 miles 460.5 km · straight line
319.8 miles actual route 514.6 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is San Fernando from San Jose?

The distance from San Fernando to San Jose is 286.1 miles (460.5 km) as the crow flies. San Jose is located NW of San Fernando. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.8 miles, taking about 6h 0min. 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 San Fernando 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 San Fernando to San Jose

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between San Fernando & San Jose

Quick Facts

San Fernando
34.28°N, 118.44°W
America/Los_Angeles
326m 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 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM