Moving from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC
Your Complete Guide
1,802
Miles
32.8 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Antonio, TX
Washington, DC
Cost of Living Index
90
152
Median Home Price
$265,000
$620,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$2,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$155
$155
Grocery Index
91
108
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,802-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC.
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 → District of Columbia
Moving from Texas to District of Columbia? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in District of Columbia
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in District of Columbia
Vehicle inspection: Required every 2 years
Things to Know About District of Columbia
- Residents pay federal taxes but have no voting representation in Congress
- Reciprocity agreements affect income taxes for commuters from VA and MD
- Parking is extremely limited and expensive—public transit is essential
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,802 miles via I-10 East, taking about 32.8 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 5 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.