San Jose to Sylmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.4 miles 457.7 km · straight line
319 miles actual route 513.4 km · driving distance
5h 59min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
136° SE bearing direction

How far is San Jose from Sylmar?

The distance from San Jose to Sylmar is 284.4 miles (457.7 km) as the crow flies. Sylmar is located SE of San Jose. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319 miles, taking about 5h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for San Jose and Sylmar. 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 Jose to Sylmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 59min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 11min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 41min $38–$112* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

San Jose
37.34°N, 121.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
25m elevation
Sylmar
34.31°N, 118.45°W
America/Los_Angeles
382m 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 87.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM