Moving from Albuquerque, NM to Arlington, TX
Your Complete Guide
742
Miles
13.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Albuquerque, NM
Arlington, TX
Cost of Living Index
91
93
Median Home Price
$275,000
$280,000
Median 1BR Rent
$950/mo
$1,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$150
Grocery Index
96
94
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 742-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Albuquerque, NM and Arlington, TX.
Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma's capital has undergone a remarkable urban renaissance with a revitalized downtown. A key stop along historic Route 66.
Bricktown entertainment district, Route 66 heritage, and cowboy culture
El Paso, TX
A border city with deep Mexican-American cultural roots at the western tip of Texas. One of the safest large cities in the US with stunning desert scenery.
Border culture, Franklin Mountains State Park, and authentic Mexican food
State Transition Guide: New Mexico → Texas
Moving from New Mexico 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 742 miles via I-40 East, taking about 13.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.