Moving from Austin, TX to Knoxville, TN
Your Complete Guide
1,157
Miles
21 hrs
Drive Time
I-20 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
Knoxville, TN
Cost of Living Index
112
88
Median Home Price
$450,000
$265,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,000/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$125
Grocery Index
97
92
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,157-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and Knoxville, TN.
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 → Tennessee
Moving from Texas to Tennessee? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Tennessee
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Tennessee
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in select counties
Things to Know About Tennessee
- No state income tax on wages or salary
- Nashville is one of the fastest-growing US cities
- Vehicle emissions testing required in Davidson and surrounding counties
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,157 miles via I-20 East, taking about 21 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.