How far is National City, CA from San Jose, CA?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from National City, California, to San Jose, California. The total distance is approximately 464 miles (746 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is around 7 hours and 58 minutes.

Directions

1. 🚗 Get on I-5 N:

   • Head west on E 8th St toward G Ave.
   • Continue straight to stay on E 8th St.
   • Turn right to merge onto I-5 N.

2. 🛣️ Follow I-5 N to CA-152 W/CA-33 N in Merced County. Take exit 403B from I-5 N:

   • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 13A for CA-15 N toward Riverside.
   • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 3 to merge onto I-805 N toward Los Angeles.
   • Continue onto San Diego Fwy.
   • Continue onto I-5 N/San Diego Fwy.
   • Keep right to stay on I-5 N.
   • Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 N, follow signs for Santa Ana.
   • Keep right to stay on I-5 N.
   • Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, follow signs for Interstate 5 N/Sacramento.
   • Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 N.
   • Keep right at the fork to stay on I-5 N, follow signs for San Francisco/Sacramento.
   • Take exit 403B to merge onto CA-152 W/CA-33 N toward Gilroy/Hollister/San Jose.

3. 🚘 Get on US-101 N in Gilroy:

   • Merge onto CA-152 W/CA-33 N.
   • Slight right to stay on CA-152 W.
   • Use the right lane to take the ramp onto US-101 N.

4. 🚗 Follow US-101 N to your destination in San Jose. Take exit 386A from US-101 N:

   • Follow US-101 N until you reach your destination in San Jose.
   • Take exit 386A for Alum Rock Ave toward Santa Clara St.
   • Turn left onto E Santa Clara St.
   • Pass by KFC (on the left in 1.2 mi).

Tips & Suggestions

• 🛣️ Plan ahead and check for any road closures or construction updates that might affect your route.
• ⛽ It's a long drive, so make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel.
• 🍴 Consider taking breaks along the way to rest and grab some food. Look for scenic spots or interesting places to explore during your stops.
• 🚓 Observe speed limits and traffic rules to ensure a safe journey.
• 📱 Bring a phone charger and have a fully charged phone for navigation and emergencies.
• 🚧 Be prepared for potential traffic delays, especially in urban areas. Stay patient and stay focused on the road.
• 🛣️ Enjoy the journey! Take in the sights and make some great memories along the way.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between National City and San Jose is 421.03 miles (677.59 km).

Flight distance from National City, CA to San Jose, CA is 421.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 56 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 51 minutes to travel from National City to San Jose with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from National City, California to San Jose, California is: 471.1 miles (758.17 km) by car.

Driving from National City to San Jose will take approximately 07 hours 19 minutes.

#1 National City

The most populous city in San Diego County, California. It is located on the Pacific Ocean in southern California. National City is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the National City Pier and the National City Cultural Center.

Population	61394
GPS Coordinates	32°40'41"N 117°5'57"W
Latitude	32.6781100
Longitude	-117.0992000
Altitude	21
Country	United States

#2 San Jose

The tenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Jose metropolitan area. It is located in the Santa Clara Valley, in California's Silicon Valley. San Jose is a major center for the technology industry.

Population	1013616
GPS Coordinates	37°20'22"N 121°53'42"W
Latitude	37.3393900
Longitude	-121.8949600
Altitude	26
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between National City and San Jose

The distance between National City and San Jose is 758 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 08 hours 25 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between National City and San Jose. The current time is 13:26:33.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 62.93 liters (16.62 gallon) of gas to cover the route between National City and San Jose.
The estimated cost of gas to go from National City to San Jose is $89.02 (diesel $103).

California gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between National City and San Jose (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.