Moving from Nashville, TN to Phoenix, AZ Your Complete Guide

1,876
Miles
34.1 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season

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Itemized Breakdown

Base cost (2 Bedroom)$3,800
Mileage (1,876 mi × $0.50)$938
Estimated Total$4,738

Cost of Living Comparison

Category
Nashville, TN
Phoenix, AZ
Cost of Living Index
105
103
Median Home Price
$420,000
$380,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,300/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$145
$175
Grocery Index
96
100

Best Stops Along the Way

Breaking up a 1,876-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Nashville, TN and Phoenix, AZ.

Louisville, KY

Home of the Kentucky Derby and the heart of bourbon country. A city with deep cultural roots and an award-winning food scene.

Kentucky Derby, bourbon distilleries, and Louisville Slugger Museum

Knoxville, TN

Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains and home to the University of Tennessee. A lively college town with a revitalized downtown.

Gateway to Great Smoky Mountains, UT Volunteers, and Market Square

Birmingham, AL

Alabama's largest city with profound civil rights history and a booming food scene. Known as the Magic City for its rapid growth.

Civil Rights Institute, James Beard Award-winning restaurants, and Vulcan statue

State Transition Guide: TennesseeArizona

Moving from Tennessee to Arizona? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.

Driver's License

Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Arizona

Vehicle Registration

Register vehicle within 15 days in Arizona
Vehicle inspection: Emissions only in metro areas

Things to Know About Arizona

  • Most of the state does not observe Daylight Saving Time
  • You must carry proof of insurance at all times
  • Dust storms (haboobs) require pulling over and turning off lights

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive is approximately 1,876 miles via I-40 West, taking about 34.1 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 5 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.

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