Elk Grove, Sacramento County → San José Mineta (SJC)
Elk Grove to San José Airport Shuttle
From Elk Grove there are two ways to San José: south on I-5 and over the Altamont Pass, or west on I-80 and down I-680. Both are around 115 miles. We pick the better one on the day and drive you door to terminal for one flat price per vehicle.
10% off for cash or military ID — one discount per ride.
Live at SJC
—California time
San José Mineta International Airport
- Terminal APickup: Hourly Lot 2, 1st floor
- Terminal BPickup: Hourly Lot 5
- InternationalTerminal A · Lot 2, Stop 3
Elk GroveSan Jose (SJC)
- Distance
- about 115 mi
- Usual drive
- 2–2.5 hrs
- Passengers
- 1–8
- Pickups
- 24/7
CPUC licensed carrier
TCP 34179
Flights tracked
Pickup moves with your flight
Free child car seats
Fitted by your driver
Free cancellation
Up to 4 hours before pickup
Choose your vehicle
Vehicles for Elk Grove to San Jose (SJC)
Over two hours on the road: SUV for families, Ford Transit for groups.
Midsize Sedan
Best for one or two travelers with standard luggage.
- 3 Ppl
- 4 Bags
Full-Size SUV
Six seats and six bags, or fewer people and more luggage.
- 6 Ppl
- 6 Bags
Ford Transit Van
The group vehicle: eight passengers and eighteen bags in one van. Wine tours, wedding parties, unit moves, the golf trip.
- 8 Ppl
- 18 Bags
Vehicle spotlight
Ford Transit passenger van
Elk Grove to San José over the Altamont or down I-680.
- 1
Two possible routes
Chosen on the day.
- 2
Up to 8 passengers
Room for the family.
- 3
18 bags
Luggage in the back.
- 4
Car seats
Fitted before the long drive.
The route
The drive from Elk Grove to San Jose (SJC)
SJC is about 115 miles from Elk Grove — usually two to two and a half hours. The Altamont Pass and the Tri-Valley are the slow points at commute time.
The southern route takes I-5 south to I-205 near Tracy, I-580 over the Altamont Pass and I-680 south to San José. The alternative is I-80 west and I-680 south through Walnut Creek.
Your Elk Grove address
Pickup at the time we set
I-5 south and I-205
Towards Tracy
I-580 over the Altamont
Into the Tri-Valley
I-680 south
To San José
SJC terminal
Terminal A or B
Pickup time planner
| Flight from SJC | Type | Pickup in Elk Grove |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30am | Domestic | 4:00am |
| 1:20pm | Domestic | 8:50am |
| 2:10pm | International | 8:40am |
Whichever route we take from Elk Grove, we allow about four and a half hours before domestic flights and five and a half before international. Give us your flight number and we confirm the exact time.
How it works
Booked in three simple steps
No phone call needed, and no surprises on the day: the price, the pickup time and the driver are all settled before you travel.
- 01
Elk Grove to SJC, priced
One fare for either route.
- 02
Altamont or Tri-Valley
Your driver checks which is clearer.
- 03
Terminal A or B
Dropped at the right door.
Compare your options
Ways to get from Elk Grove to San Jose (SJC)
Private shuttle
Your door to the SJC curb in one go.
Price
One flat rate per vehicle, shown before you book
Best for
Families, groups, luggage
ACE train + bus
Altamont Corridor Express from Lathrop or Stockton towards San José, then a bus — if the timetable fits.
Price
Train and bus fares
Best for
Weekday commuters
Rideshare
Over two hours in an app car.
Price
Varies
Best for
Solo
Fly from SMF
About 24 miles away, with a connection.
Price
Airfare difference
Best for
Most trips
Uber publishes no average for this trip. SMF is about 24 miles from Elk Grove: see Elk Grove to SMF.
Both ends of the trip
Pickup in Elk Grove, drop-off at San Jose (SJC)
Pickup across Elk Grove
Every neighbourhood.
- Laguna
- Laguna West
- Old Town Elk Grove
- East Elk Grove
SJC drop-off and pickup points
- Terminal APickup: Hourly Lot 2, 1st floor
- Terminal BPickup: Hourly Lot 5
- InternationalTerminal A · Lot 2, Stop 3
Coming home, pre-booked cars at SJC meet you in the garage outside baggage claim: Hourly Lot 2 (first floor) for Terminal A, Hourly Lot 5 for Terminal B.
Good to know
What is included in the price
$0
surge, seat or cancellation fees
Fixed for either route
Altamont or I-680, same fare.
SJC arrivals followed
Garage pickup timed to you.
Grace period
60 minutes after landing.
Free cancellation
4+ hours ahead.
Car seats
Free.
Name sign
$25.
10% off
Cash or military ID.
Tips
Never added.
Check us out
A licensed company you can verify
State of California · Public Utilities Commission
Licensed charter-party carrier
TCP 34179
Anyone can check our authority and insurance status: search “TCP 34179” on the CPUC carrier search.
Business address5488 Waterville Way, Sacramento, CA 95835
Other airports
Other airports from Elk Grove
Questions
Elk Grove to San Jose (SJC): common questions
How far is San José Airport from Elk Grove?+
About 115 miles, usually two to two and a half hours.
Which way do you drive?+
Either I-5, I-205 and I-580 over the Altamont Pass, or I-80 and I-680 — whichever is clearer on the day.
Is there a train from Elk Grove towards San José?+
The ACE train runs from the Stockton area towards San José on weekdays; you would still need a ride to the station and a bus to the airport.
How much is a shuttle from Elk Grove to SJC?+
One flat rate for the vehicle, shown before you pay.
Book your Elk Grove to San Jose (SJC) ride
One flat rate per vehicle, confirmed before you book. Flights tracked. Car seats free.