Buckeye, AZ

Abilene, TX → Buckeye, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Abilene to Buckeye

About 886 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,340–$6,460, delivery in 2–5 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 87 in Buckeye.

  • 886 miroad distance
  • 15 h 59 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,340–$6,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 886 miles (751 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 59 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
87 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Buckeye → Abilene

Buckeye sits about 886 miles west of Abilene, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Arizona that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,340 to $6,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 59 min.

On the Abilene side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 87 around Buckeye (50 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Buckeye.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Buckeye about 125,445. Abilene is considerably denser (1,173 people per square mile versus 233), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Arizona does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Abilene to Buckeye

Full-service estimate for 886 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,740 $2,120 $2,580
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,600 $3,180 $3,870
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,340 $5,290 $6,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,940 $8,470 $10,330
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,550 $11,640 $14,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,210–$1,710

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,810–$2,660

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,340–$6,460

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Abilene (origin)

Arim Forwarding INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
278906
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

Emmabuz LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4074734
MC
1548815
Based in
Abilene, TX 79606 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Heavy Motion Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3813269
MC
1377020
Based in
Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Hhh&n LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3668944
MC
1271457
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Faderah Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4409948
MC
1768741
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Bwj Properties LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2837315
MC
1079840
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Prime Pace Solutions LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4500911
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Complete Moving And Storage Of Abilene INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2077019
Based in
Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 44 movers in Abilene

Near Buckeye (destination)

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2556837
MC
891686
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Jay D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1670482
MC
613997
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Lecher Farm Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3317966
MC
1055190
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Chapiz Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4048374
MC
1533506
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Imperio Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3645767
MC
1254663
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Gps Translink LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3322459
MC
1057458
Based in
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Sp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3718304
MC
1307761
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
886646
MC
438405
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

All 87 movers in Buckeye

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Abilene to Buckeye?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,740 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,600 to $3,870 for a one-bedroom, $4,340 to $6,460 for a two-bedroom, $6,940 to $10,330 for a three-bedroom and $9,550 to $14,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buckeye from Abilene?

About 886 road miles (751 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Arizona makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Abilene to Buckeye?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,210 to $1,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,810 to $2,660. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Abilene–Buckeye corridor.