Moving from Fresno, CA to El Paso, TX Your Complete Guide

1,083
Miles
19.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 East
Primary Highway
Peak
Current Season

Quick Cost Estimator

Personalized estimates for your 1,083-mile move.

Itemized Breakdown

Base cost (2 Bedroom)$3,800
Mileage (1,083 mi × $0.50)$542
Peak season surcharge (Jun–Aug, ×1.25)+$1,085
Estimated Total$5,427

Cost of Living Comparison

Category
Fresno, CA
El Paso, TX
Cost of Living Index
100
82
Median Home Price
$340,000
$185,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$800/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$145
Grocery Index
99
90

Best Stops Along the Way

Breaking up a 1,083-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Fresno, CA and El Paso, TX.

Bakersfield, CA

A Central Valley city known for its country music scene and agricultural industry. The birthplace of the Bakersfield Sound in country music.

Bakersfield Sound country music, oil industry, and agriculture

Sacramento, CA

California's capital city known as America's Farm-to-Fork Capital. A rapidly growing city with a revitalized downtown and proximity to wine country.

Farm-to-fork dining, Old Sacramento, and state government

San Jose, CA

The capital of Silicon Valley and one of the wealthiest large cities in America. A diverse tech hub with a growing urban core.

Silicon Valley tech industry, Winchester Mystery House, and diversity

State Transition Guide: CaliforniaTexas

Moving from California 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 1,083 miles via I-40 East, taking about 19.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.

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