San Jose to Modesto by train
Modesto lies 86 km (53 mi) north-east of San Jose, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 10 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 105 km (65 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| San Jose | Modesto | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 997,368 | 211,266 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Modesto station |
| Postal codes | 95025–95196 | 95350–95397 |
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Common questions
How far is Modesto from San Jose?
86 km (53 mi) in a straight line, north-east of San Jose; by road roughly 105 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Jose to Modesto by train?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Jose and Modesto?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.