Union City, CA

California

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Destinations

Union City, CA is located in California, approximately 20 miles from San Jose. The most popular drive from Union City, CA is to San Jose. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Union City, CA

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

San Jose
13 miles
27 min

Nearby Cities

Hayward (6 mi)Palo Alto (12 mi)Alviso (12 mi)Menlo Park (12 mi)Atherton (12 mi)OAK (13 mi)

Routes to Union City, CA

San Jose → Union City, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Union City, CA from San Jose?
Union City, CA is approximately 13 miles from San Jose, taking around 27 min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Union City, CA?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including San Jose, Union City, CA.
How many routes from Union City, CA?
Union City, CA has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Union City, CA from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Union City, CA to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Jose, roughly 25 miles away by road.

San Jose~25 mi · 30 min
San Francisco~30 mi · 30 min
Sacramento~90 mi · 1h 30m
Fresno~165 mi · 2h 45m
Los Angeles~390 mi · 6h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Union City, CA

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Union City, CA by road:

Oakland (OAK)~15 mi · 15 min
San Jose (SJC)~20 mi · 15 min

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Union City, CA: What to Know

As a California starting point, Union City, CA gives drivers straightforward access to the West Coast's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is US-101, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Driving from Union City CA

Union City CA is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 3 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.