Moving from Austin, TX to Louisville, KY
Your Complete Guide
1,141
Miles
20.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North / I-10 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
Louisville, KY
Cost of Living Index
112
89
Median Home Price
$450,000
$220,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$950/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$135
Grocery Index
97
93
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,141-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and Louisville, KY.
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 → Kentucky
Moving from Texas to Kentucky? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Kentucky
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 15 days in Kentucky
Things to Know About Kentucky
- Home to the Bourbon Trail with major distilleries
- Kentucky Derby is held annually on the first Saturday in May
- Property tax on motor vehicles is assessed annually
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,141 miles via I-5 North / I-10 East, taking about 20.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.