Origin
Easton, CA
Night in Easton on Friday
Local time
11:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Easton, CA to San Jose, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
155.5 mi
250 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Easton, CA
Stephen Leonardi
San Jose, CA
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Trip Overview
This 155.5-mile drive from Easton to San Jose, California, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes. You'll navigate via Avenue 23 and CA 99, also known as the South Valley Freeway, with about half of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $36. This drive offers a practical way to travel within the Pacific Coast region, blending efficiency with a straightforward path. Given its duration, it's an excellent option for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.8 miles from Easton, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 155.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 52% of the drive on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 70.4 miles on Avenue 23, offering a substantial period of consistent travel. As you progress, the route transitions from local roads to the more direct pathways of CA 99 and the South Valley Freeway. This blend means you'll experience both the ease of freeway driving and the character of more local thoroughfares.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 155.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.6 miles (CA 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward CA 99 North: Madera, Sacramento
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 126A
Toward CA 99 North: Madera, Sacramento
7
17.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward Avenue 7
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 144
Toward Avenue 7
9
143.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
|
CA 85
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 85 toward CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 377B
Toward CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
8
154.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CA 87 North: Santa Clara Street, Julian Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CA 87 North: Santa Clara Street, Julian...
9
155.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Julian Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward Julian Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Easton, CA and San Jose, CA, road signs point toward Avenue 7 and Mountain View.
Avenue 7
17.7 mi in
|
~22m
Mountain View
143.6 mi in
|
~2h 54m
|
via CA 85
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue 23 | 70.4 mi | 1h 25m |
| CA 99 | 34 mi | 38m |
| South Valley Freeway | 19.9 mi | 22m |
| CA 152 | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| CA 85 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Guadalupe Parkway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Yosemite Freeway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| South Elm Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue 23
— 70.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Easton, CA and San Jose, CA.
1
Start on South Elm Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Elm Avenue
2
Turn right onto East American Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East American Avenue
3
Turn left onto CA 41
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Yosemite Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 126A
Toward CA 99 North: Madera, Sacramento
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto CA 99
13 mi
·
14 min
·
CA 99
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 144
Toward Avenue 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto CA 99
21 mi
·
24 min
·
CA 99
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto CA 152
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
NB SR 99 to WB 152
Toward CA 152 West
9
Continue on CA 152
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
Westbound California State Route 152
10
Continue on CA 152
70 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
Avenue 23
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 152
12 mi
·
16 min
·
CA 152
12
Take the exit onto CA 152
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
CA 152
Toward US 101 North: San Jose
13
Merge onto US 101; CA 152
20 mi
·
22 min
·
South Valley Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 85
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
CA 85
Exit 377B
Toward CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 5A
Toward CA 87 North: Downtown San Jose
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on CA 87
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Guadalupe Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on CA 87
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Guadalupe Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 6
Toward CA 82
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward CA 87 North: Santa Clara Street, Julian Street
Use the slight left lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward CA 87 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 6B
Toward Julian Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn right onto West Saint James Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Saint James Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn left onto North Market Street
416 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Market Street
24
Arrive at destination
North Market Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour, 9-minute drive, planning to leave in the morning will help you avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach San Jose. With only one recommended stop, you have ample flexibility to take breaks when needed, or push through if you prefer. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $36, and ensure you're comfortable with the longest stretch of 70.4 miles on Avenue 23 before planning your next refueling or rest. This route is well-suited for a single day, so no need to plan an overnight stay unless you wish to explore along the way.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.8 miles from Easton, CA, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 34 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.8 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Jose, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Easton, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Easton, CA
This is one driving day of about 155.5 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Easton, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Avenue 23 for about 70.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.8 mi from Easton, CA · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.8 miles from Easton, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Avenue 23 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.4 miles.
Arriving in San Jose, CA
The final approach into San Jose, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around San Jose, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.74 one way
$71.48 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $36.83 | $73.66 |
| premium | $6.18 | $37.82 | $75.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.33 | $68.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.33 | $7.46 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.77 | $9.95 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
San Jose, CA
Night in San Jose on Friday
Local time
11:00 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Los Banos, CA
78 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
30 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Easton, CA to San Jose, CA covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue 23, CA 99, South Valley Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.8 miles from Easton, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 155.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.6 miles (CA 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Easton, CA and San Jose, CA, road signs point toward Avenue 7 and Mountain View.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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