How far is Atherton, CA from San Jose, CA?
Fastest route
The route from Atherton, California, USA to San Jose, California, USA is approximately 22.4 miles and takes about 30 minutes via US-101 S. The fastest route is recommended due to traffic conditions.
Directions
- Get on US-101 S in Menlo Park from Fair Oaks Ln and Marsh Rd.
- Head northwest on El Camino Real toward Ashfield Rd.
- Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto Fair Oaks Ln.
- Turn right onto Middlefield Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto US-101 S via the ramp to San Jose.
- Continue on US-101 S to San Jose. Take exit 6B from CA-87.
- Take exit 390 for CA-87 S. Take exit 6B for Julian St toward St James St. Take W St James St to N 6th St. Use the middle lane to turn left onto W Julian St. Continue onto W St James St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance to account for any potential delays due to traffic.
- ⚠️ Keep an eye out for road signs and follow the directions to stay on the correct route.
- 🛣️ Use navigation tools or maps to assist you during the journey.
- ⛽ It's a good idea to ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 📱 Consider using a traffic monitoring app to stay updated on any changes in traffic conditions.
- 🚧 Be aware of any construction or road closures along the way and adjust your route if necessary.
- 🕒 Allow extra time for unexpected delays or detours.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Atherton and San Jose is 18.63 miles (29.99 km).
Flight distance from Atherton, CA to San Jose, CA is 18.63 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Atherton, California to San Jose, California is: 21.79 miles (35.06 km) by car.
Driving from Atherton to San Jose will take approximately 00 hours 27 minutes.
#1 Atherton
City in California
| Population | 7011 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°27'41"N 122°11'52"W |
| Latitude | 37.4613300 |
| Longitude | -122.1977400 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| 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 |
Ending point in San Jose: North Market Street (-121.89496,37.33939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Atherton and San Jose
The distance between Atherton and San Jose is 35 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 23 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 Atherton and San Jose. The current time is 11:00:52.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.91 liters (0.77 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Atherton and San Jose.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Atherton to San Jose is $4.12 (diesel $4.76).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $4.12 | $4.3 | $4.42 | $4.76 |
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 December 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Atherton 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.
