Moving from New York, NY to Nashville, TN
Your Complete Guide
885
Miles
13 hrs
Drive Time
I-81 South / I-40 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
New York, NY
Nashville, TN
Cost of Living Index
187
105
Median Home Price
$680,000
$420,000
Median 1BR Rent
$3,200/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$180
$145
Grocery Index
116
96
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 885-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between New York, NY and Nashville, TN.
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
Harrisburg, PA
Pennsylvania's capital on the Susquehanna River with a beautiful riverfront park. A strategic crossroads city with Civil War heritage.
State Capitol, City Island, and proximity to Hershey and Gettysburg
State Transition Guide: New York → Tennessee
Moving from New York to Tennessee? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Tennessee
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Tennessee
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in select counties
Things to Know About Tennessee
- No state income tax on wages or salary
- Nashville is one of the fastest-growing US cities
- Vehicle emissions testing required in Davidson and surrounding counties
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 885 miles via I-81 South / I-40 West, taking about 13 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.