Moving from Raleigh, NC to Nashville, TN
Your Complete Guide
540
Miles
8 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Raleigh, NC
Nashville, TN
Cost of Living Index
102
105
Median Home Price
$380,000
$420,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$145
Grocery Index
97
96
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 540-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Raleigh, NC 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
Asheville, NC
A mountain city in western North Carolina known for its vibrant arts scene and craft breweries. Home to the Biltmore Estate, America's largest private home.
Biltmore Estate, craft breweries, and Blue Ridge Parkway
State Transition Guide: North Carolina → Tennessee
Moving from North Carolina 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 540 miles via I-40 West, taking about 8 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.