Moving from San Jose, CA to Long Beach, CA
Your Complete Guide
419
Miles
7.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Jose, CA
Long Beach, CA
Cost of Living Index
195
142
Median Home Price
$1,200,000
$700,000
Median 1BR Rent
$2,600/mo
$1,800/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$130
Grocery Index
110
104
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 419-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Jose, CA and Long Beach, CA.
San Francisco, CA
The City by the Bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and tech innovation. A cultural melting pot with iconic neighborhoods.
Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Silicon Valley proximity
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 419 miles via I-5 South / I-40 East, taking about 7.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.