Moving from Austin, TX to Fargo, ND
Your Complete Guide
1,493
Miles
27.1 hrs
Drive Time
I-35 North
Primary Highway
Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
Fargo, ND
Cost of Living Index
112
86
Median Home Price
$450,000
$250,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$800/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$120
Grocery Index
97
94
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,493-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and Fargo, ND.
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 → North Dakota
Moving from Texas to North Dakota? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in North Dakota
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 60 days in North Dakota
Things to Know About North Dakota
- Extremely cold winters require engine block heaters
- Oil boom has created economic opportunities in western ND
- One of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,493 miles via I-35 North, taking about 27.1 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.