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Moving from El Paso, TX to Chicago, IL Your Complete Guide

1,626
Miles
29.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North / I-10 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season

Quick Cost Estimator

Personalized estimates for your 1,626-mile move.

Itemized Breakdown

Base cost (2 Bedroom)$3,800
Mileage (1,626 mi × $0.50)$813
Estimated Total$4,613

Cost of Living Comparison

Category
El Paso, TX
Chicago, IL
Cost of Living Index
82
107
Median Home Price
$185,000
$315,000
Median 1BR Rent
$800/mo
$1,700/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$145
$145
Grocery Index
90
102

Best Stops Along the Way

Breaking up a 1,626-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between El Paso, TX and Chicago, IL.

Albuquerque, NM

New Mexico's largest city set against the dramatic Sandia Mountains. A cultural crossroads with Native American, Spanish, and Western heritage.

International Balloon Fiesta, Old Town, and Breaking Bad filming locations

Tucson, AZ

A desert city with a rich cultural identity blending Native American, Spanish, and Mexican influences. Named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Saguaro National Park, University of Arizona, and Sonoran cuisine

Colorado Springs, CO

A stunning mountain city home to Garden of the Gods and the US Olympic Training Center. Sits at the base of Pikes Peak.

Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and military installations

State Transition Guide: TexasIllinois

Moving from Texas to Illinois? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.

Driver's License

Update within 90 days of establishing residency in Illinois

Vehicle Registration

Register vehicle within 30 days in Illinois
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in Chicago and Metro East

Things to Know About Illinois

  • Property taxes are among the highest in the nation
  • Chicago has additional city taxes on many goods and services
  • I-PASS/E-ZPass is essential for toll roads around Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive is approximately 1,626 miles via I-5 North / I-10 East, taking about 29.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.

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