Moving from Austin, TX to Grand Rapids, MI
Your Complete Guide
1,432
Miles
26 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North / I-10 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
Grand Rapids, MI
Cost of Living Index
112
88
Median Home Price
$450,000
$250,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,000/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$125
Grocery Index
97
94
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,432-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and Grand Rapids, MI.
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 → Michigan
Moving from Texas to Michigan? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Michigan
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within Immediate in Michigan
Things to Know About Michigan
- No-fault auto insurance is mandatory and can be expensive
- Michigan has a 10-cent bottle deposit—highest in the nation
- Winter tires are strongly recommended for lake-effect snow
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,432 miles via I-5 North / I-10 East, taking about 26 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.