1. Start in Dallas, TX.
2. Take I-35E north toward Oklahoma City.
3. Continue on I-35E for about 185 miles.
4. When you reach Oklahoma City, take I-40 west toward New Mexico.
5. Stay on I-40 for approximately 250 miles.
6. When you reach Albuquerque, NM, take I-25 north toward Santa Fe.
7. Continue on I-25 for about 65 miles to reach Santa Fe.
Total distance: Approximately 480 miles.
Approximate travel time: About 7 hours.