Origin
Madera Acres, CA
Evening in Madera Acres on Wednesday
Local time
7:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
127.5 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madera Acres, CA
Tori Pezzulla❤️
San Jose, CA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Madera Acres to San Jose, expect a 127.5-mile journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete. This route is best suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate via Fonda Avenue, Road 27, and Avenue 17 to reach your destination within the Pacific Coast region. Budgeting about $17 for fuel will cover your transit costs for the trip. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward highway haul, it works best for drivers who prefer a more engaged, hands-on experience behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.7 miles from Madera Acres, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a typical interstate commute, as this route consists entirely of local roads with 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of turns throughout the 127.5-mile trek, meaning there are no long, monotonous highway stretches to cruise through. Because the longest stretch on Fonda Avenue is 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent road changes and a more technical driving environment. This trip demands your full attention, as the winding nature of the path keeps you constantly involved in the navigation process. It is a practical, turn-heavy drive that requires a steady focus from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fonda Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA is easy. At 2h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fonda Avenue | — | — |
| Road 27 | — | — |
| Avenue 17 | — | — |
| SR 99 | — | — |
| State Route 152 | — | — |
| Avenue 23 | — | — |
| East Pacheco Boulevard | — | — |
| US 101 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Fonda Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madera Acres, CA and San Jose, CA.
1
Start on Farallon Road
194 ft
·
10 sec
·
Farallon Road
2
Turn right onto Fonda Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Fonda Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Road 27
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Road 27
4
Turn right onto Avenue 17
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avenue 17
5
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge slight left
8.1 mi
·
9 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on NB SR 99 to WB 152
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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NB SR 99 to WB 152
8
Continue on Westbound California State Route 152
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Westbound California State Route 152
9
Continue on Avenue 23
29 mi
·
33 min
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Avenue 23
10
Continue on East Pacheco Boulevard
13 mi
·
18 min
·
East Pacheco Boulevard
11
Continue straight
29 mi
·
33 min
12
Keep slight right
12 mi
·
16 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 101 North: San Jose
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 101 North: San Jose
14
Merge slight left onto South Valley Freeway
20 mi
·
23 min
·
South Valley Freeway
15
Keep slight right to continue on CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
CA 85 North: Cupertino, Mountain View
16
Take the exit slight right toward CA 87 North: Downtown San Jose
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
CA 87 North: Downtown San Jose
17
Continue on Guadalupe Parkway
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Guadalupe Parkway
18
Continue on Guadalupe Freeway
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Guadalupe Freeway
19
Take the exit slight right toward CA 82
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
CA 82
20
Keep slight left to continue on CA 87 North: Santa Clara Street, Julian Street
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
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CA 87 North: Santa Clara Street, Julian Street
21
Keep slight left to continue on CA 87 North
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
CA 87 North
22
Keep slight right to continue on Julian Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Julian Street
23
Turn right onto West Saint James Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Saint James Street
24
Turn left onto North Market Street
417 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Market Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour and 20-minute drive involves zero highway miles, plan for a slower pace than you might be used to on major interstates. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so consider leaving early to avoid potential local traffic congestion during your transit. Because there are no designated stops programmed into this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled and ready before you head out, keeping that $17 fuel estimate in mind. Given the turn-heavy profile of the roads, prioritize comfort and take breaks as needed to stay alert. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation tools handy at all times, as the reliance on local roads like Avenue 17 and Road 27 requires frequent course adjustments.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 63.7 miles from Madera Acres, CA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
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 28 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.7 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Jose, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madera Acres, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Madera Acres, CA
This is one driving day of about 127.5 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Madera Acres, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.7 mi from Madera Acres, CA · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Madera Acres, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$29.30 one way
$58.61 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $30.20 | $60.40 |
| premium | $6.18 | $31.01 | $62.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.15 | $56.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.39 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Evening in San Jose on Wednesday
Local time
7:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
2h 20m 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 Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA covers 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fonda Avenue, Road 27, Avenue 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.7 miles from Madera Acres, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA is easy. At 2h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Madera Acres, CA to San Jose, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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