Moving from Phoenix, AZ to Dallas, TX
Your Complete Guide
1,065
Miles
15 hrs
Drive Time
I-20 West / I-10 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Phoenix, AZ
Dallas, TX
Cost of Living Index
103
102
Median Home Price
$380,000
$320,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
$1,400/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$175
$155
Grocery Index
100
96
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,065-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Phoenix, AZ and Dallas, TX.
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
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
State Transition Guide: Arizona → Texas
Moving from Arizona 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 1,065 miles via I-20 West / I-10 West, taking about 15 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.