There are 8 ways to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) by train, subway, bus, taxi, car, shuttle or towncar
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Caltrain • 2h 1m
$17 - $20
Cheapest option
Line 398 bus, line 22 bus • 2h 49m
$12 - $16
6 alternative options
BART • 2h 39m
$18 - $23
Taxi • 36 min
$190 - $240
Drive • 36 min
$3 - $5
Shuttle • 45 min
$24 - $30
Towncar • 36 min
$140 - $200
Towncar #2 • 36 min
$140 - $200
San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) by subway, train and bus
The journey time between San Francisco Airport (SFO) and San Jose Airport (SJC) is around 2h 3m and covers a distance of around 37 miles. The fastest journey normally takes 1h 22m. Operated by BART, Caltrain and Santa Clara VTA, the San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) service departs from San Francisco International Airport and arrives in San Jose Airport Terminal A. Typically 113 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Route overview
First and last service
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) subway, train and bus schedules
Departing Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Departing Thursday, July 29, 2021
Travel safe during COVID-19
Rules to follow in United States
2m
Recommended
Travel within United States
Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
COVID-19 help in United States
If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 800-232-4636
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, travel within United States is currently allowed.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
The national COVID-19 helpline number in San Jose Airport (SJC) is 800-232-4636.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in San Jose Airport (SJC) is recommended.
The social distance requirement in San Jose Airport (SJC) is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800-232-4636.
Last updated: 22 Jul 2021
Exceptions may apply, for full details: Centers for Disease control and prevention (CDC).
We're working around the clock to bring you the latest COVID-19 travel updates.
This information is compiled from official sources. To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.
Visit Rome2rio travel advice for general help.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 36 min.
The quickest way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) is to taxi which costs $190 - $240 and takes 36 min.
No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC). However, there are services departing from SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level and arriving at San Jose Airport Terminal A via Redwood City Caltrain-Lane A, Palo Alto Transit Center and Santa Clara Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
The distance between San Francisco Airport (SFO) and San Jose Airport (SJC) is 31 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.
The best way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) without a car is to Caltrain which takes 2h 1m and costs $16 - $21.
It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC), including transfers.
San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level station.
The best way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) is to Caltrain which takes 2h 1m and costs $16 - $21. Alternatively, you can line 398 bus and line 22 bus, which costs $12 - $16 and takes 2h 49m.
San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara Transit Center station.
Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) is 34 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC).
- Distance: 30.6 miles
- Duration: 2h 1m
What companies run services between San Francisco Airport (SFO), USA and San Jose Airport (SJC), USA?
Caltrain operates a train from Millbrae Caltrain to Santa Clara Caltrain hourly. Tickets cost $7 - $9 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport (SJC) via Redwood City Caltrain-Lane A, Palo Alto Transit Center, and Santa Clara Transit Center in around 2h 49m.
- Phone
- +1 650-508-6200
- Website
- caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain to Santa Clara Caltrain
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $7 - $9
- Schedules at
- caltrain.com
- Phone
- 94604-2688
- Website
- bart.gov
Subway from San Francisco International Airport to Balboa Park
- Ave. Duration
- 27 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- $8 - $10
- Website
- bart.gov
Subway from Balboa Park to Milpitas
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- $7 - $10
- Website
- bart.gov
- Website
- samtrans.com
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level to Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $2 - $5
- Schedules at
- samtrans.com
- Phone
- +1 408-321-2300
- Website
- vta.org
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to Santa Clara Transit Center
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- $3
- Website
- vta.org
- Phone
- 831-373-7777
- Website
- montereyairbus.com
Shuttle from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose International Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $24 - $30
- Schedules at
- montereyairbus.com
- Online Discount
- $25
- Standard Rate
- $30
Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.
Contact Details
Towncar from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to San Jose Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $140 - $200
- Private
- $140 - $200
Towncar from San Francisco Airport to San Jose Airport (SJC)
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $140 - $200
- Private
- $140 - $200
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Estimated price
- $190 - $240
Yellow Cab
- Phone
- +1 415.333.3333
- Website
- yellowcabsf.com
Taxi Bay Area
- Phone
- +1 408-541-1515
- Website
- taxibayarea.com
SF Green Cab
- Phone
- +1 415-626-4733
- Website
- greencabsf.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Italy Travel Guides, What are the different types of Renfe trains in Spain? and Why you should take the train in the US - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
There are 272+ hotels available in San Jose Airport (SJC). Prices start at $100 USD per night.