Moving from Austin, TX to Salt Lake City, UT
Your Complete Guide
1,396
Miles
25.4 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North / I-10 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
Salt Lake City, UT
Cost of Living Index
112
108
Median Home Price
$450,000
$500,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,300/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$115
Grocery Index
97
99
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,396-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and Salt Lake City, UT.
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 → Utah
Moving from Texas to Utah? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in Utah
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 60 days in Utah
Vehicle inspection: Required in some counties
Things to Know About Utah
- Liquor laws are stricter than most states
- Silicon Slopes is a growing tech hub rivaling the coasts
- Five national parks (the Mighty Five) are major attractions
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,396 miles via I-5 North / I-10 West, taking about 25.4 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.