Moving from Seattle, WA to Dallas, TX Your Complete Guide

2,184
Miles
39.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-80 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season

Quick Cost Estimator

Personalized estimates for your 2,184-mile move.

Itemized Breakdown

Base cost (2 Bedroom)$3,800
Mileage (2,184 mi × $0.50)$1,092
Estimated Total$4,892

Cost of Living Comparison

Category
Seattle, WA
Dallas, TX
Cost of Living Index
159
102
Median Home Price
$800,000
$320,000
Median 1BR Rent
$2,100/mo
$1,400/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$120
$155
Grocery Index
108
96

Best Stops Along the Way

Breaking up a 2,184-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Seattle, WA and Dallas, TX.

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

Boise, ID

Idaho's capital and one of the fastest-growing cities in the US. Offers an excellent quality of life with outdoor recreation and a vibrant downtown.

Boise River Greenbelt, affordable living, and outdoor lifestyle

Spokane, WA

The largest city in the Inland Northwest with a stunning riverfront park and waterfall. A major crossroads between Seattle and the Northern Rockies.

Riverfront Park, Spokane Falls, and wine country access

San Francisco, CA

The City by the Bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and tech innovation. A cultural melting pot with iconic neighborhoods.

Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Silicon Valley proximity

State Transition Guide: WashingtonTexas

Moving from Washington 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 2,184 miles via I-5 South / I-80 East, taking about 39.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 5 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.

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