Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Austin, TX Your Complete Guide

1,380
Miles
20 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season

Quick Cost Estimator

Personalized estimates for your 1,380-mile move.

Itemized Breakdown

Base cost (2 Bedroom)$3,800
Mileage (1,380 mi × $0.50)$690
Estimated Total$4,490

Cost of Living Comparison

Category
Los Angeles, CA
Austin, TX
Cost of Living Index
166
112
Median Home Price
$850,000
$450,000
Median 1BR Rent
$2,300/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$160
Grocery Index
105
97

Best Stops Along the Way

Breaking up a 1,380-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX.

San Antonio, TX

A city steeped in Texas history with a beautiful River Walk and the iconic Alamo. One of the most visited cities in the state.

The Alamo, River Walk, and rich Tex-Mex food culture

El Paso, TX

A border city with deep Mexican-American cultural roots at the western tip of Texas. One of the safest large cities in the US with stunning desert scenery.

Border culture, Franklin Mountains State Park, and authentic Mexican food

Tucson, AZ

A desert city with a rich cultural identity blending Native American, Spanish, and Mexican influences. Named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Saguaro National Park, University of Arizona, and Sonoran cuisine

Phoenix, AZ

The Valley of the Sun and fifth-largest city in the US, known for year-round warmth. A major metropolitan area with world-class golf and resorts.

Year-round sunshine, Camelback Mountain, and spring training baseball

State Transition Guide: CaliforniaTexas

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 1,380 miles via I-10 East, taking about 20 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.

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