Moving from Austin, TX to San Jose, CA
Your Complete Guide
1,904
Miles
34.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-20 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Austin, TX
San Jose, CA
Cost of Living Index
112
195
Median Home Price
$450,000
$1,200,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$2,600/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$160
$140
Grocery Index
97
110
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,904-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and San Jose, CA.
Dallas, TX
A sprawling Texas metropolis and major business hub with a bold personality. Known for its arts district, Tex-Mex cuisine, and Cowboys football.
Arts District, deep-fried State Fair foods, and corporate headquarters
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 → California
Moving from Texas to California? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 10 days of establishing residency in California
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 20 days in California
Vehicle inspection: Smog check required
Things to Know About California
- Smog certification required for vehicle registration
- Proposition 13 limits property tax increases
- Lane splitting on motorcycles is legal
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,904 miles via I-20 West, taking about 34.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 5 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.