Moving from St. Louis, MO to Dallas, TX
Your Complete Guide
640
Miles
9.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-44 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
St. Louis, MO
Dallas, TX
Cost of Living Index
86
102
Median Home Price
$175,000
$320,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,000/mo
$1,400/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$135
$155
Grocery Index
94
96
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 640-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between St. Louis, MO and Dallas, TX.
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
State Transition Guide: Missouri → Texas
Moving from Missouri 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 640 miles via I-44 West, taking about 9.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.