Moving from Bakersfield, CA to San Antonio, TX
Your Complete Guide
1,642
Miles
29.9 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Bakersfield, CA
San Antonio, TX
Cost of Living Index
95
90
Median Home Price
$340,000
$265,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$1,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$155
Grocery Index
98
91
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,642-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Bakersfield, CA and San Antonio, TX.
San Diego, CA
America's Finest City with near-perfect weather and stunning Pacific coastline. Home to a world-famous zoo and a thriving craft beer scene.
San Diego Zoo, beautiful beaches, and Balboa Park
San Jose, CA
The capital of Silicon Valley and one of the wealthiest large cities in America. A diverse tech hub with a growing urban core.
Silicon Valley tech industry, Winchester Mystery House, and diversity
State Transition Guide: California → Texas
Moving from California to Texas? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 90 days of establishing residency in Texas
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Texas
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Texas
- No state income tax but property taxes are relatively high
- Annual vehicle safety inspections required
- Texas is the only state that was an independent republic
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,642 miles via I-40 East, taking about 29.9 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.