Moving from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA
Your Complete Guide
510
Miles
7.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
New Orleans, LA
Cost of Living Index
112
97
Median Home Price
$450,000
$250,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$150
Grocery Index
97
100
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 510-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and New Orleans, LA.
Baton Rouge, LA
Louisiana's capital and home to LSU, sitting along the banks of the Mississippi River. A city with great Cajun food and passionate football fans.
LSU Tigers football, state capitol building, and Cajun cuisine
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
State Transition Guide: Texas → Louisiana
Moving from Texas to Louisiana? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Louisiana
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Louisiana
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Louisiana
- Louisiana uses parishes instead of counties
- Napoleonic Code influences the legal system
- Flood insurance is strongly recommended in many areas
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 510 miles via I-10 West, taking about 7.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.