Moving from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Your Complete Guide
570
Miles
8.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / CA-58 East / I-15 North
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Francisco, CA
Las Vegas, NV
Cost of Living Index
200
103
Median Home Price
$1,400,000
$380,000
Median 1BR Rent
$3,100/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$125
$140
Grocery Index
112
101
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 570-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Francisco, CA and Las Vegas, NV.
Bakersfield, CA
A Central Valley city known for its country music scene and agricultural industry. The birthplace of the Bakersfield Sound in country music.
Bakersfield Sound country music, oil industry, and agriculture
State Transition Guide: California → Nevada
Moving from California to Nevada? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Nevada
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Nevada
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in Washoe and Clark counties
Things to Know About Nevada
- No state income tax on wages or salary
- 24/7 gaming and entertainment is the norm in Las Vegas
- Water conservation is strictly enforced in southern Nevada
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 570 miles via I-5 South / CA-58 East / I-15 North, taking about 8.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.