Distance from San Jose to Boston (United States)

The distance between San Jose, California and Boston, Massachusetts is 4,321 kilometers (2,685 miles).

San Jose, California, United States

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

San Jose is located on the west coast of the United States, while Boston is situated on the east coast, both cities are significant urban centers in their respective regions. The straight-line distance between them is 4,321 kilometers, heading northeast.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with San Jose at 23 meters above sea level and Boston at 38 meters.

Driving route

The car route from San Jose to Boston spans across the United States, primarily following Interstate 80 through Nevada, Utah, and Illinois, before connecting to Interstate 90 through Ohio and New York.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Salt Lake City, Chicago, Niagara Falls.

Travel information

Summary

The trip crosses diverse landscapes, from the Pacific Coast to the Great Plains, passing landmarks like the Rocky Mountains and the Great Lakes.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for mild weather and fewer tourists, or summer for vibrant city events and activities.

Climate

Boston experiences colder winters and more humid summers compared to the mild and dry climate of San Jose.

Accessibility

Boston offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, which are more developed compared to San Jose.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 7-8 days
Motorcycle 2-3 days
Car 1-2 days
Airplane 6-8 hours
Speed Time
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San Jose, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 37.3394° N 121.895° W

Elevation: 23 m (75 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)
  • Reid-Hillview of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV)
  • Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ)
  • Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County (PAO)
  • San Carlos Airport (SQL)
Boston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 42.3584° N 71.0598° W

Elevation: 38 m (125 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
  • Norwood Memorial Airport (OWD)
  • Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED)
  • Beverly Municipal Airport (BVY)
  • Lawrence Municipal Airport (LWM)

Other distances from San Jose

Distance between cities Kilometers
From San Jose to New York City 4,112 km
From San Jose to Los Angeles 492 km
From San Jose to Chicago 2,964 km
From San Jose to Houston 2,593 km
From San Jose to Phoenix 990 km

Other distances from Boston

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Boston to New York City 306 km
From Boston to Los Angeles 4,179 km
From Boston to Chicago 1,371 km
From Boston to Houston 2,583 km
From Boston to Phoenix 3,701 km

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