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

Movers from Abilene to Mesa

About 823 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,180–$6,220, delivery in 2–5 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 834 in Mesa.

823 miroad distance
14 h 53 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,180–$6,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Abilene, Texas
To: Mesa, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 823 miles (697 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 53 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 834 (331 interstate)

Reverse: Mesa → Abilene

The route from Abilene, TX to Mesa, AZ covers roughly 823 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,180 to $6,220 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 14 h 53 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 834 around Mesa (331 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 Mesa.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Mesa about 513,656. Mesa is the denser city (3,636 people per square mile versus 1,173 in Abilene), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Mesa

Full-service estimate for 823 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,670	$2,040	$2,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,510	$3,060	$3,730
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,180	$5,100	$6,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,690	$8,160	$9,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,200	$11,220	$13,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,150–$1,620

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

Portable container

$1,750–$2,580

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

Full-service mover

$4,180–$6,220

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

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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

Call (325) 695-1684 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 201-2910 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (954) 444-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 201-5610 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (713) 258-4292 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 672-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 829-5377 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 692-0613 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Abilene

Near Mesa (destination)

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3162620
MC: 112279
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85296 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guru Harrai LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2510177
MC: 870556
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85298 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 421-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1329421
MC: 513718
Based in: Chandler, AZ 85225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3338899
MC: 1067588
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85295 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just-In Time Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just-In Time Moving And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1759501
MC: 823394
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85205 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (480) 213-0395 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawsaw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3084607
MC: 68588
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85210 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (480) 334-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3915387
MC: 1446610
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85202 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glover'S Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Glovers Solutions INC

USDOT: 1341750
MC: 1818780
Based in: Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 701-2046 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 834 movers in Mesa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,670 to $2,490 for a studio, $2,510 to $3,730 for a one-bedroom, $4,180 to $6,220 for a two-bedroom, $6,690 to $9,960 for a three-bedroom and $9,200 to $13,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mesa from Abilene?

About 823 road miles (697 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 53 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 Mesa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,150 to $1,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,750 to $2,580. 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–Mesa corridor.