How to travel from San Jose to Atlanta, United States of America
The distance between San Jose and Atlanta is around 2,122 miles (3,414km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from San Jose to Atlanta by plane, train, subway, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Atlanta → San Jose if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from San Jose (SJC) to Atlanta (ATL).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time4h 30m
- Typical cost$205
Delta
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Bus
Take the bus to Los Angeles then Dallas and then to Atlanta.
- Duration2 days 9h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost$370
Greyhound USA
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Tucson then take the train to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal then take the bus to Atlanta - Marta Civic Center Station.
- Duration2 days 15h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost$340
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between San Jose and Atlanta
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from San Jose to Atlanta by plane, train, subway, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then fly which costs around $175 and will take around 6h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $205.
The distance between San Jose and Atlanta is around 2,122 miles (3,414km).
It takes around 4h 50m to get from San Jose and Atlanta by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 14h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from San Jose to Atlanta is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx $205.
The cheapest way to travel between San Jose and Atlanta, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then fly which will typically cost around $175 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between San Jose and Atlanta. We recommend that you fly from San Jose (SJC) to Atlanta (ATL). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from San Jose and Atlanta. It typically takes around 2 days 9h and departs 5 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from San Jose to Atlanta. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Los Angeles and Dallas. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 9h.
Greyhound USA run regular bus services between San Jose and Atlanta. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 2 days 9h on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from San Jose and Atlanta. Flights depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Atlanta (ATL). The flight takes around 4h 30m.
Yes there is a direct flight between San Jose and Atlanta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 4h 30m.
Delta, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines fly between San Jose and Atlanta. Flights depart from San Jose (SJC) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL). These flights usually take around 4h 30m.
The flight from San Jose to Atlanta typically takes around 4h 30m. Flights depart from San Jose (SJC) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL).
The closest major airport to Atlanta is Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) (ATL) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Atlanta. Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) (MCN) and Columbus Airport (CSG) (CSG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from San Jose and Atlanta. The distance is around 2,431 miles (3,913km) by road and it will take around 1 day 14h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from San Jose to Atlanta is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around $205.
Compare travel optionsbetween San Jose and Atlanta
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 50m | $205 | every 30 mins | 3,414km (2,122 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 6h 25m | $225 | every 30 mins | 3,505km (2,178 miles) |
| Train to Coliseum, Fly | 6h 25m | $175 | every 15 mins | 3,533km (2,195 miles) |
| Train to Sacramento, Fly | 8h 10m | $235 | every 3 hours | 3,605km (2,240 miles) |
Bus | 2 days 9h | $370 | 5 times a week | 4,331km (2,691 miles) |
Bus and Train + 3 similar | 2 days 15h | $340 | once a week | 4,600km (2,858 miles) |
| Train and Bus | 2 days 18h | $380 | 6 times a week | 4,682km (2,909 miles) |
| Train to Richmond, bus | 2 days 20h | $345 | twice daily | 5,164km (3,209 miles) |
| Train to Emeryville, bus | 2 days 21h | $390 | twice daily | 5,121km (3,182 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 14h | $240 | on demand | 3,913km (2,431 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between San Jose and Atlanta
Airlines
Delta
Southwest Airlines
United Airlines
American Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Bus companies
Greyhound USA
Tufesa Mexico
Megabus
Palmland Bus Lines
Train operators
Caltrain
Airports near Atlanta
The following major airports near Atlanta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- Distance
- 8 miles (13km) from Atlanta
Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN)
- Distance
- 84 miles (135km) from Atlanta
Columbus Airport (CSG)
- Distance
- 91 miles (147km) from Atlanta