Transportation
In general, visitors use App based Uber, Lyft and SuperShuttle for local transportation.
Guests who require lot of travel should consider rental car at the arrival airport where there are number of rental car options are available. Recommend booking rental car prior to travel. Note that there are several local tolls and express lanes hence suggest to get toll tags while renting.
Local public transportation is available such as Buses, Light rail, Caltrain. These transportation services have stops at/near San Jose convention center. Ref links below for more details:
- https://www.vta.org/go/stations/convention-center-station
- https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-Convention_Center-SF_Bay_Area_CA-site_7754599-22
- https://www.caltrain.com/?active_tab=route_explorer_tab
Airport to San Jose Convention Center & Hotels
SJC Airport to San Jose Convention Center & Hotels
- Uber/Lyft: Order/Reserve through Uber/Lyft App
- Taxi: Taxis are available to the hotels and convention center
- Super Shuttle (Blue van): No reservation necessary, several types of shuttles are available (or you can make a reservation via (800) BLUE Van or download the SuperShuttle App)
- Rental car: Take inter-terminal shuttle to reach rental car center. Then:
- Take 880/17 SOUTH
- Take 280 SOUTH
- Take the exit toward VINE ST/ALMADEN AVE
- Turn LEFT, under the freeway, onto S. ALMADEN BLVD
- Turn RIGHT into the Convention Center Parking Garage
SFO Airport to San Jose Convention Center & Hotels
- Uber/Lyft: Order/Reserve through Uber/Lyft App
- Taxi: Call *1191 from airport courtesy phone.
- Super Shuttle (Blue van): No reservation necessary, several types of shuttles are available (or you can make a reservation via (800) BLUE Van or download the SuperShuttle App)
- Rental car: Take rental car shuttle any terminal to reach rental car center. Then:
- Take 280 SOUTH
- Take the exit toward VINE ST/ALMADEN AVE
- Turn LEFT, under the freeway, onto S. ALMADEN BLVD
- Turn RIGHT into the Convention Center Parking Garage
OAK Airport to San Jose Convention Center & Hotels
- Uber/Lyft: Order/Reserve through Uber/Lyft App
- Taxi: Available, but note service to San Jose Convention Center will cost
- Super Shuttle (Blue van): No reservation necessary, several types of shuttles are available (or you can make a reservation via (800) BLUE Van or download the SuperShuttle App)
- Rental car: Take AirTrain Blue Line (fully automated) to reach rental car center. Then:
- Take 880 SOUTH
- Take 280 SOUTH
- Take the exit toward VINE ST/ALMADEN AVE
- Turn LEFT, under the freeway, onto S. ALMADEN BLVD
- Turn RIGHT into the Convention Center Parking Garage
Parking
Parking is generally available everywhere (Free, Paid). Parking fee is charged at selected Shopping malls, Parking Garages, Hotels, Streets (Parking Meter). Parking fee is charged in minutes, hourly or per day depending on the location, guests are requested to check prior to parking to avoid inconvenience and towing.
The San Jose convention center has its own parking garage and is connected to two hotels — Hilton San Jose and the San Jose Marriott. The convention center is also walking distance to 5 additional hotels, multiple visual and performing arts facilities and an abundance of restaurants. The Center and its surroundings are connected by public transportation including Light Rail, Caltrain and free Downtown shuttle. Additional details can be found at : https://www.sanjose.org/attraction/san-jose-mcenery-convention-center