Midland, TX

Abilene, TX → Midland, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Abilene to Midland

About 168 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,140–$3,190, delivery in 1–2 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 94 in Midland.

  • 168 miroad distance
  • 3 h 36 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,140–$3,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 168 miles (142 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 36 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
94 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Midland → Abilene

Midland sits about 168 miles west of Abilene, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,140 to $3,190 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 36 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 94 around Midland (46 interstate). For an in-state 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 Midland.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Midland about 147,615. Midland is the denser city (1,755 people per square mile versus 1,173 in Abilene), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Abilene to Midland

Full-service estimate for 168 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,280 $1,570 $1,910
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,140 $2,610 $3,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,430 $4,180 $5,100
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,710 $5,740 $7,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,140–$3,190

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

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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 Midland (destination)

McClatchy Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
151233
MC
93439
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1790390
MC
779115
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
817981
MC
265731
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Agc Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2860851
MC
966424
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327757
MC
1071482
Based in
Midland, TX 79707 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Mister M&k Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3039472
MC
1306101
Based in
Midland, TX 79706 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Majestic Petroleum Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2282873
MC
787218
Based in
Midland, TX 79705 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mid-Dessa Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858651
MC
981610
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 94 movers in Midland

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,280 to $1,910 for a one-bedroom, $2,140 to $3,190 for a two-bedroom, $3,430 to $5,100 for a three-bedroom and $4,710 to $7,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Midland from Abilene?

About 168 road miles (142 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 36 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Abilene and Midland are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

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

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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–Midland corridor.