Travel

sammy spartan in airplane takeoff pose SJSU is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, in downtown San José. Our central location is part of a major transportation hub, with access to three international airports and a range of bus and rail options.

Airports
Public Transport and Rail
Parking
Lodging
Dining, Attractions, and More

Airports

⭐ San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
Our most convenient airport, 4.7 miles from SJSU
1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110

Oakland International Airport (OAK)
35 miles from SJSU
1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
37 miles from SJSU
Highway 101, San Francisco, 94128

Public Transport and Rail

sammy spartan gets pushed on a skateboard SJSU is well-served by multiple bus lines (22, 23, 522, 64A, 66) and light rail, with San Antonio Station just a 9-minute walk from campus.
🚈 Transit Stops for SJSU and Vicinity [pdf]

Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
Bus, light rail, and paratransit services around Santa Clara county.
Closest light rail stop: Paseo de San Antonio Station, Santa Clara Station
Closest bus stop: Varies based on bus route

Caltrain
Commuter rail with service along the San Francisco Peninsula, through the South Bay to San Jose and Gilroy.
Closest station: San Jose Diridon Station (Zone 4)

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
BART is a heavy-rail public transit system connecting the San Francisco Peninsula with communities in the East Bay and South Bay.
Closest station: Berryessa/North San Jose

Amtrak
Inter-city passenger rail.
Closest station: Diridon Station

Parking

CSU delegations, judges, moderators, and volunteers will have provided parking for cars and busses on campus.

Guests and supporters can also park in visitor spaces in campus garages. Please pay immediately after you've parked.

In the surrounding area, standard precautions apply: avoid leaving items visible in vehicles and be sure to secure your belongings. Storage will be available on campus during the event.

Lodging

There are many lodging options in San José, walking distance or just minutes from campus.

In addition, SJSU is arranging hotel blocks with discounted rates for event participants, which include complimentary breakfasts. Please check back soon for reservation details.

Dining, Attractions, and More

Right in the heart of San José, SJSU is steps away from amazing food options, museums, and entertainment. Be sure to take carve out time in the busy program schedule to experience our dynamic area.

🚀 Visiting San José

Museums and Arts
- - Public Art as Resistance in San Jose
    Self-guided tour in the immediate area created by the SJSU College of Humanities and the Arts
  - King Library/San Jose Public LibraryRight on campus, the nation's first public/combined academic library. Visit the California Room, the Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies, the Cox Center for Steinbeck Studies, and the DiNapoli Exhibit Gallery on site.
  - San Jose Museum of Art
    Contemporary art museum just a half mile from SJSU.
  - Computer Museum
    Located in Mountain View, world's largest collection of computing artifacts.
  - Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
    3 miles from campus, the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in western North America.
Dining
- Some meals will be provided for event participants who have registered by the deadline.
  
  There are also many great dining options on campus and just steps from SJSU, including:
  - San Pedro Square Market
    One mile from campus, this open air food market offers many food options in one spot — something for everyone.
  - Japantown SJ Dining
    One mile from campus, several blocks of great options in one amazing historical cultural area.
  La Victoria Taqueria, Back-A-Yard Caribbean Grill, Henry’s Hi-Life BBQ, Jackie's Place, and Home Eat are a few other nearby favorites.
  
  Vegetarian/Vegan
  
  Try Good Karma, Tofoo Com Chay, Vegan Bistro Donuts & Cafe, Aina's Vegan Banh Mi, or Vegetarian House.
Shopping and Attractions
- - San José Market Center
    If you need a Target, Marshall's, Trader Joe's, etc.
  - SoFA District (South of First Area)
    Just south of campus, arts area with shops, galleries, restaurants, and more.
  - Downtown San Jose
    Shops, food, theaters, bordering SJSU, including a Farmer's Market on Friday!
  - Santana Row
    A different feeling from the research competition... upscale Mediterranean-style shopping and dining area about 20 minutes by bus from SJSU.
  - Municipal Rose Garden
    10 acres of lawns and blooms just three miles from campus.
  ...and more! Get out there and explore!

Questions? Email csustudentresearchcomp2026@sjsu.edu.