How far is San Martin, CA from Cupertino, CA?
The driving distance from San Martin, CA to Cupertino, CA is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in South San Jose
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between San Martin and Cupertino.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Martin and Cupertino.
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Start on East San Martin Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · East San Martin Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1327 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Valley Freeway
13.7 mi · 16 min · South Valley Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
16 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward De Anza Boulevard
966 ft · 24 sec
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Continue on De Anza Boulevard
1600 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto South De Anza Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · South De Anza Boulevard
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Continue on North De Anza Boulevard
19 m · 1 sec · North De Anza Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North De Anza Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between San Martin and Cupertino.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
CA 85 North
Keep slight right to continue on CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
16 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving San Martin and Clear near Cupertino.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from San Martin to Cupertino?
The road trip is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Seven Trees is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.3 miles from San Martin and 16.3 miles from Cupertino.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.20 one way or $14.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around San Martin and Clear near Cupertino.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between San Martin and Cupertino. Straight-line distance: 28.46 mi (45.8 km).
#1 San Martin
Situated in the southern Santa Clara Valley between Morgan Hill and Gilroy, this unincorporated community lies at an elevation of 289 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.0849500, -121.6102200 |
| Altitude | 88 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cupertino
The most populous city in Santa Clara County, California.
| Population | 58,598 |
| Coordinates | 37.3230000, -122.0321800 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: North De Anza Boulevard (-122.03219, 37.322972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $6.26 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $7.47 | $14.95 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $9.67 | $19.35 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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