Moving from Bakersfield, CA to Austin, TX
Your Complete Guide
1,666
Miles
30.3 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 East
Primary Highway
Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Bakersfield, CA
Austin, TX
Cost of Living Index
95
112
Median Home Price
$340,000
$450,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$160
Grocery Index
98
97
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,666-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Bakersfield, CA and Austin, TX.
San Diego, CA
America's Finest City with near-perfect weather and stunning Pacific coastline. Home to a world-famous zoo and a thriving craft beer scene.
San Diego Zoo, beautiful beaches, and Balboa Park
San Jose, CA
The capital of Silicon Valley and one of the wealthiest large cities in America. A diverse tech hub with a growing urban core.
Silicon Valley tech industry, Winchester Mystery House, and diversity
State Transition Guide: California → Texas
Moving from California to Texas? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 90 days of establishing residency in Texas
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Texas
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Texas
- No state income tax but property taxes are relatively high
- Annual vehicle safety inspections required
- Texas is the only state that was an independent republic
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,666 miles via I-40 East, taking about 30.3 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.