Moving from San Antonio, TX to Charleston, SC
Your Complete Guide
1,457
Miles
26.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Antonio, TX
Charleston, SC
Cost of Living Index
90
108
Median Home Price
$265,000
$450,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$155
$145
Grocery Index
91
102
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,457-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Antonio, TX and Charleston, SC.
Houston, TX
The fourth-largest US city and the energy capital of the world. An incredibly diverse city with NASA's Johnson Space Center.
NASA Space Center, energy industry, and diverse food scene
Fort Worth, TX
Where the West begins, combining cowboy culture with world-class museums. A growing city with the famous Stockyards National Historic District.
Fort Worth Stockyards, Kimbell Art Museum, and Western heritage
State Transition Guide: Texas → South Carolina
Moving from Texas to South Carolina? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 90 days of establishing residency in South Carolina
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 45 days in South Carolina
Things to Know About South Carolina
- Property tax on vehicles is relatively low at 6% of assessed value
- No vehicle safety inspections required
- Hurricane preparedness is important for coastal residents
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,457 miles via I-10 East, taking about 26.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.