Moving from Tampa, FL to Houston, TX
Your Complete Guide
1,028
Miles
18.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-10 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Tampa, FL
Houston, TX
Cost of Living Index
102
96
Median Home Price
$380,000
$290,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$150
$165
Grocery Index
100
95
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,028-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Tampa, FL and Houston, TX.
Jacksonville, FL
The largest city by area in the contiguous US, offering miles of beaches and a growing urban core. A major military and logistics hub.
Beautiful beaches, the St. Johns River, and affordable cost of living
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: Florida → Texas
Moving from Florida 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 1,028 miles via I-10 West, taking about 18.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.