Moving from Dallas, TX to Denver, CO
Your Complete Guide
780
Miles
12 hrs
Drive Time
US-287 North
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Dallas, TX
Denver, CO
Cost of Living Index
102
120
Median Home Price
$320,000
$550,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,600/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$155
$120
Grocery Index
96
102
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 780-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Dallas, TX and Denver, CO.
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
Wichita, KS
The Air Capital of the World and Kansas's largest city. A key aviation manufacturing hub with a revitalized downtown arts district.
Aviation industry, Keeper of the Plains statue, and Old Cowtown Museum
State Transition Guide: Texas → Colorado
Moving from Texas to Colorado? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Colorado
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Colorado
Vehicle inspection: Emissions only in Front Range counties
Things to Know About Colorado
- Recreational marijuana is legal statewide
- TABOR Amendment requires voter approval for tax increases
- Snow tires or chains may be required on mountain highways
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 780 miles via US-287 North, taking about 12 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.