Austin to Nashville Movers

Music City has become a favorite next stop for Central Texans, and the two cities have a lot in common: live music, fast growth, and plenty of new neighbors from out of state. Elite Star Movers helps families and businesses in Austin, Buda, Kyle, San Antonio, and nearby communities make the move to Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

We’re a family owned and operated moving company based in Buda, Texas, with more than 10 years in the business. Every long-distance move, including Austin to Nashville, comes with our flat-rate price guarantee, so you can plan your budget with confidence.

The Drive from Austin to Nashville

Nashville is about 860 road miles from Austin. The usual route runs north on I-35 to Dallas, northeast on I-30 through Texarkana to Little Rock, and then east on I-40 through Memphis to Nashville. It’s a straightforward highway route that crosses Texas, Arkansas, and Tennessee.

Distance: about 860 miles, depending on your exact addresses.
Main highways: I-35, I-30, and I-40.
Time zone: Nashville is on Central Time, the same as Austin, which makes coordinating calls and deliveries simple.
Terrain: Middle Tennessee is greener and hillier than Central Texas, with plenty of rolling streets and sloped lots.

Weather and Seasons in Middle Tennessee

Nashville has four true seasons. Summers are warm and humid, a little milder than Austin’s. Spring is beautiful but can bring strong thunderstorms, so keep an eye on the forecast in March, April, and May. Winters are cool, and while heavy snow is uncommon, ice and light snow can briefly shut down roads when they do arrive. Fall is a favorite moving season, with comfortable temperatures and fewer storms.

Flat-Rate Price Guarantee on Your Nashville Move

Because Nashville is an out-of-state, long-distance move, it’s covered by our flat-rate price guarantee on long-distance moves. And like every Elite Star job, it comes with Quality Service Guaranteed. We confirm your flat rate and what it covers in your written quote. The more complete your inventory, the more precise that quote will be.

What Sets Elite Star Apart

A real family business: Family owned and operated in Buda, Texas.
Owner involvement: Our owner works in the field and stays close to every long-distance job.
Texas-licensed and insured: TXDMV #007098595c, with insurance on every move.
Third-party credibility: BBB-registered and screened by HomeAdvisor, earning Elite Service, Top Rated, and Best of 2018 recognition.
More than a decade of experience: Apartments, family homes, offices, and pianos.

Everything Included in Your Move to Nashville

Full packing, or partial packing for kitchens, dishes, and other fragile items
Wrapping and padding for furniture, framed art, mirrors, and TVs
Furniture disassembly before loading and reassembly at your Tennessee home
Organized loading and unloading, with each item placed in its room
Unpacking help if you’d like to settle in faster
Piano moves, from spinets and uprights to grands
Commercial and office moves for businesses relocating to Middle Tennessee

From Quote to Delivery

Share your inventory. Go to our quote page or call us with your Nashville-area destination and preferred dates.
Get your written quote. We review your inventory and email an estimated quote, including the flat rate for your long-distance move. For larger homes, we’ll schedule a free in-home estimate.
Book when you’re ready. We confirm your pickup date and talk through realistic delivery timing for this route.
Move day. We pack (if requested), load, and keep in touch until delivery is complete.

Nashville Moving Timeline

Eight weeks before your move

Request your quote and choose your pickup date. Late spring and summer fill up quickly.
Go room by room and decide what to keep, sell, or donate.
If you have kids, look into school enrollment for your new county, since Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, and Wilson counties each run their own districts.

Four weeks before

Arrange electric, water, and internet at your new home.
Ask your HOA, landlord, or building about move-in hours, elevator reservations, and truck parking.
Start packing out-of-season clothing, books, and decor.

One week before

Pack an overnight bag with medications, documents, chargers, and a rain jacket.
Gather keys, garage remotes, and manuals to leave for the next owner or tenant.
Clear out the refrigerator and drain fuel from lawn equipment.

Pianos and Instruments Headed to Music City

Plenty of people moving to Nashville bring instruments with them, and pianos are some of the heaviest and most delicate items in any home. Our crews have the experience and equipment to move uprights and grands safely, including on stairs. Guitars, amps, and other instruments get careful wrapping too, though we recommend carrying your most valuable instruments with you. Give a piano a couple of weeks to adjust after delivery before tuning.

Tips for Moving to the Nashville Area

Where newcomers settle

Close to downtown, East Nashville, 12 South, Germantown, Sylvan Park, and The Nations are popular for their character and walkability. Many families look south to Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, and Nolensville, or to Murfreesboro, Mount Juliet, Hendersonville, and Gallatin for more space.

Hills, older homes, and steep steps

Older Nashville homes often have narrow staircases, porches with steps, and sloped yards. Newer homes in Williamson County may have long driveways or HOA limits on where a truck can park. Send us photos of the entry and stairs so we can plan the crew and equipment.

Downtown and The Gulch

High-rise buildings in downtown, Midtown, and The Gulch usually require reserved freight elevators, set move windows, and a certificate of insurance. Ask your building for the requirements early so we can schedule around them.

Considering another destination? See our Austin to Atlanta movers and Austin to Dallas movers pages, or explore our long distance moving services. For a move within the city, visit our Austin movers page.

Austin to Nashville Moving FAQs

How far is Nashville from Austin?

Nashville is about 860 road miles from Austin. The usual route follows I-35 to Dallas, I-30 to Little Rock, and I-40 east through Memphis to Nashville.

Is my move to Nashville covered by a flat-rate price guarantee?

Yes. Austin to Nashville is a long-distance move, so it is covered by our flat-rate price guarantee, and our work is backed by Quality Service Guaranteed. Your written quote confirms the flat rate and what it covers.

When is the best time to move to Nashville?

Fall is often the most comfortable season for a Nashville move. Spring can bring strong storms, and summer is the busiest moving season, so book early for those dates.

Do you move pianos to Tennessee?

Yes. Our crews move upright and grand pianos, including on stairs, as part of long-distance moves to the Nashville area.

Can you help with suburbs like Franklin or Murfreesboro?

Yes. We deliver throughout the Nashville area, including Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Mount Juliet, Hendersonville, and other Middle Tennessee communities. Share your exact address when you request a quote.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Our Texas state license number is TXDMV #007098595c, and we are insured. We are a BBB-registered company and have passed HomeAdvisor’s screening, with Elite Service, Top Rated, and Best of 2018 recognition.

Get Your Austin to Nashville Moving Quote

Ready for Music City? Request your free quote online or call (512) 358-7827. Toll-free: (888) 368-4689. Email: info@elitestarmovers.com.