Moving from Austin, TX to Plainfield, NJ
Your Complete Guide
1,935
Miles
35.2 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 / I-20
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
State Transition Guide: Texas → New Jersey
Moving from Texas to New Jersey? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in New Jersey
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 60 days in New Jersey
Vehicle inspection: Required every 2 years
Things to Know About New Jersey
- Full-service gas only—you cannot pump your own gas
- Property taxes are the highest in the nation
- Jughandles are used instead of left turns on many roads
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,935 miles via I-10 / I-20, taking about 35.2 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 5 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.