San Jose to Union City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

19.2 miles 30.9 km · straight line
21.8 miles actual route 35.1 km · driving distance
31min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is San Jose from Union City?

The distance from San Jose to Union City is 19.2 miles (30.9 km) as the crow flies. Union City is located NNW of San Jose. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21.8 miles, taking about 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Union City. 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 Union City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between San Jose & Union City

Quick Facts

San Jose
37.34°N, 121.89°W
America/Los_Angeles
25m elevation
Union City
37.60°N, 122.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM