San Jose to Austin
Moving Specialists
Following your company to Austin or making the move on your own? We specialize in relocating Silicon Valley tech professionals to Texas. From Willow Glen condos to Almaden Valley homes, we handle the ~1,750 mile journey via I-5 and I-10 with dedicated trucks, GPS monitoring, and flat-rate pricing.
Tech Worker Relocations Silicon Valley to Austin Flat-rate pricing built from a detailed inventory. Your belongings stay on one dedicated truck.
San Jose to Austin Interstate Moving: Quick Facts
- Route Distance: ~1,750 miles
- Drive Time: Multi-day, under federal DOT driver-hours rules
- Transit Time: Typically 4-5 days
- Route: I-5 south to I-10 east via Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso and San Antonio, then I-35 north into Austin
- San Jose Areas: Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, Downtown, Evergreen, Rose Garden, Cambrian
- Austin Areas: Downtown, South Congress, Round Rock, The Domain, Mueller, Cedar Park
- Pricing: Flat-rate based on inventory. Contact for free estimate.
- Insurance: $10M Combined Protection Tower for building liability, plus basic $0.60/lb cargo liability per article on your belongings (additional valuation available)
- Safety: DOT Inspection Record Exceeding the National Average (FMCSA verified)
- Phone: (408) 471-3715
Silicon Valley to Texas
Why Tech Workers Choose Austin
Tesla moved its headquarters to Austin. Google, Meta, Amazon, and dozens of startups have major Austin operations. If you are following your company or seeking new opportunities in the Texas tech scene, we handle the logistics. For phased office transitions, see our office relocation playbook.
No State Income Tax
Texas has zero state income tax compared to California's top rate of 13.3%.
More Space for Less
Housing costs in Austin are lower than the Bay Area. Many relocating families upgrade to larger homes with yards.
Tech Job Market
Austin has major tech employers and a startup scene.
Carrier vs. Broker: Why It Matters for Interstate Moves
Direct carrier service, not warehouse handoffs. Your shipment rides on Ontrack trucks with Ontrack crews.
| Factor | Ontrack (Carrier) | Moving Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Carrier Continuity | Same Ontrack carrier from San Jose to Austin | Can be transferred between carriers or warehouses |
| Who moves your items? | Our own uniformed, vetted employees and company trucks | A carrier chosen by the broker |
| Liability & Insurance | Single carrier liability, clear chain of responsibility | Split between the broker and the carrier |
| Price Transparency | Flat-rate quote built from a detailed inventory | Quote given before the hauling carrier is known |
| Delivery Window | Target 4-5 day window via I-10 | Wide, vague delivery windows are common |
| Local Knowledge | Bay Area headquarters, Silicon Valley expertise | Often no local office or yard |
Ontrack holds USDOT #2551548 and MC #889001 as a licensed interstate carrier, not a broker.
San Jose pickup locations
We Pick Up Across San Jose
San Jose Neighborhoods
- Willow Glen
- Almaden Valley
- Rose Garden
- Evergreen
- Cambrian
- Downtown San Jose
- Japantown
- Berryessa
- Silver Creek
- + All San Jose
Nearby Silicon Valley Cities
- Santa Clara
- Sunnyvale
- Mountain View
- Cupertino
- Campbell
- Los Gatos
- Saratoga
- Milpitas
- Fremont
- + All South Bay
Need to move from elsewhere in the Bay Area? See our Bay Area to Austin page.
The route
1,750 Miles: San Jose to Austin via I-5, I-10 and I-35
The southern route through Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso, and San Antonio stays low apart from the Tejon Pass climb on I-5 out of California, avoiding the winter weather of a northern crossing.
~1,750 Miles
Total distance via I-5, I-10 and I-35
4-5 Days
Typical transit time
GPS Monitoring
Our trucks carry GPS
Why the Southern Route?
I-10 avoids the Rocky Mountain crossings a northern route requires. Apart from the Tejon Pass climb on I-5 out of California, the corridor stays low and is open most of the year, though summer heat requires extra precautions for temperature-sensitive items.
Phoenix Advantage
The route passes through our Phoenix service area.
Dedicated Trucks
Your belongings travel on a dedicated Ontrack truck with no shared loads. Your move coordinator keeps you informed throughout transit.
Austin delivery locations
We Deliver Throughout the Austin Metro
From downtown high-rises to suburban family homes, we deliver across the Austin metro.
Downtown Austin
High-rise condos, lofts, and urban apartments in the heart of the city.
South Congress (SoCo)
Austin's iconic neighborhood with live music, food, and eclectic homes.
The Domain
Tech hub with modern apartments near Apple, Amazon, and Meta offices.
Round Rock
Family-friendly suburb near Dell headquarters and top-rated schools.
The comparison
San Jose vs. Austin: What Changes?
Many tech workers are surprised by the differences between Silicon Valley and Austin. Here's what to expect when you make the move.
Get Your Free Quote| Factor | San Jose | Austin |
|---|---|---|
| State Income Tax | Up to 13.3% | 0% |
| Property Tax | Lower rate, increases capped by Prop 13 | Higher rate, no state income tax |
| Tech Scene | Established hub | Growing |
| Major Employers | Apple, Google, Adobe, Cisco | Tesla, Oracle, Apple, Dell, Meta |
| Climate | Mild Mediterranean | Hot summers, mild winters |
| Traffic | Heavy Bay Area congestion | Growing but more manageable |
Planning Your San Jose to Austin Move?
Tell us about your move. We respond quickly with a flat-rate estimate based on your detailed inventory. Clear, itemized pricing, not weight-based billing.
Get Your Free QuoteService overview
San Jose to Austin Moving Services
| Service | Best For | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Interstate Residential | Homes, apartments, condos | Dedicated truck, furniture disassembly/reassembly, blanket wrapping, floor protection |
| Home Office Transport | Remote workers, tech professionals | Monitors, computers, standing desks, ergonomic chairs carefully packed and reassembled |
| Full Packing Service | Busy professionals, families | All packing materials, professional packing by trained crew, labeling by room |
| Custom Crating | Artwork, antiques, fragile items | Built-to-spec wooden crates for high-value or irregular items |
| Specialty Items | Pianos, safes, pool tables | Specialized equipment and trained crews for heavy or delicate items |
| Secure Storage | Date gaps, staged moves | Secure facility at our Hayward location |
| Corporate Relocation | Company-sponsored moves | Coordination with your HR or relocation team |
Common questions
San Jose to Austin Moving FAQs
Ontrack Moving® is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2,847+ reviews and holds USDOT #2551548 and California license CAL-T190721. Ontrack Moving® moves households from Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, Downtown San Jose, and surrounding neighborhoods to Austin. Our direct carrier model means your belongings stay with our team from California to Texas, with no brokers or subcontractors involved. There is no consolidation, no transfer between carriers, and no interline handoff. We handle both residential moves and commercial relocations on this route.
Ontrack Moving® prices San Jose to Austin moves from a detailed inventory rather than by weight or hourly billing, so cost depends on home size, total inventory volume, specialty items like pianos or safes, and packing needs. The flat-rate quote covers the inventory and services in your estimate and is set before your move, rather than billed by the hour as a local move would be. Final charges will be based on the actual inventory and services at pickup, access conditions, scope changes, waiting time, and any additional services requested or required to complete the move. Contact us at (408) 471-3715 for a free estimate tailored to your specific move. Junk removal is also available.
Ontrack Moving® runs the San Jose to Austin route over approximately 1,750 miles, taking I-5 south to I-10 east through Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso and San Antonio, then I-35 north into Austin. Transit typically takes 4-5 days including loading and unloading time, and Ontrack Moving® communicates the delivery window upfront so you can plan your arrival in Texas. Delivery windows are targets, not guarantees: weather, mechanical issues, traffic and federal DOT driver-hours rules can shift a long route.
No. Texas has no state income tax, which is one of the primary reasons tech workers relocate from California to Austin. California has income tax rates up to 13.3% for high earners. Many Silicon Valley professionals see significant annual savings by moving to Texas, even accounting for higher property taxes in some Austin-area communities.
Ontrack Moving® picks up from San Jose neighborhoods including Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, Rose Garden, Evergreen, Cambrian, Silver Creek, Downtown San Jose, Japantown, and Berryessa. We also serve nearby Silicon Valley cities like Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, and Milpitas.
Ontrack Moving® delivers throughout the Austin metro including Downtown Austin, South Congress (SoCo), East Austin, Mueller, The Domain, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Lakeway, Westlake Hills, Bee Cave, and all surrounding communities. Many tech workers settle in Round Rock or The Domain area near major tech employers like Dell, Apple, and Amazon.
Ontrack Moving® carries a $10,000,000 Combined Protection Tower covering building liability, not the replacement value of your belongings. Your belongings are covered by basic $0.60/lb cargo liability per article, the federal FMCSA minimum, included with every interstate move. Additional valuation protection is available for customers who want broader valuation coverage for high-value items. We hold USDOT #2551548 which authorizes us for interstate transport between California and Texas.
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