San Jose to Ukiah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

144.3 miles 232.2 km · straight line
159.6 miles actual route 256.9 km · driving distance
3h 14min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is San Jose from Ukiah?

The distance from San Jose to Ukiah is 144.3 miles (232.2 km) as the crow flies. Ukiah is located NNW of San Jose. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.6 miles, taking about 3h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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. 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 San Jose and Ukiah. 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 Ukiah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 14min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 53min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 4min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between San Jose & Ukiah

Quick Facts

San Jose
37.34°N, 121.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
25m elevation
Ukiah
39.15°N, 123.21°W
America/Los_Angeles
193m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 172.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM