Moving from Santa Ana, CA to Virginia Beach, VA
Your Complete Guide
3,059
Miles
55.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-20 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Santa Ana, CA
Virginia Beach, VA
Cost of Living Index
145
100
Median Home Price
$700,000
$330,000
Median 1BR Rent
$2,000/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$132
$145
Grocery Index
104
98
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 3,059-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Santa Ana, CA and Virginia Beach, VA.
Phoenix, AZ
The Valley of the Sun and fifth-largest city in the US, known for year-round warmth. A major metropolitan area with world-class golf and resorts.
Year-round sunshine, Camelback Mountain, and spring training baseball
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 → Virginia
Moving from California to Virginia? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in Virginia
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Virginia
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Virginia
- Many residents work for the federal government or defense contractors
- Annual vehicle safety inspections are required
- Personal property tax on vehicles is assessed by locality
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 3,059 miles via I-20 East, taking about 55.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 7 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.