Montgomery, AL

Abilene, TX → Montgomery, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Abilene to Montgomery

About 927 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,180–$6,210, delivery in 2–5 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 172 in Montgomery.

  • 927 miroad distance
  • 16 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,180–$6,2102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 927 miles (785 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
172 (94 interstate)

Reverse: Montgomery → Abilene

The route from Abilene, TX to Montgomery, AL covers roughly 927 miles by road, a east-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 $6,210 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 16 h 41 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 172 around Montgomery (94 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 Montgomery.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Montgomery about 195,300. The two cities have comparable density (1,173 and 1,255 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Abilene to Montgomery

Full-service estimate for 927 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,670 $2,040 $2,480
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,510 $3,060 $3,730
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,180 $5,090 $6,210
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,680 $8,150 $9,940
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,190 $11,200 $13,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,400–$1,980

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

Portable container

$1,850–$2,720

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

Full-service mover

$4,180–$6,210

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Abilene, TX → Montgomery, AL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Montgomery (destination)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1547293
MC
1782606
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2074918
MC
724880
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1459725
MC
551427
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3285931
MC
1039730
Based in
Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1232137
MC
487744
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3860706
MC
1410244
Based in
Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2125239
MC
812350
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1188260
MC
474230
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 172 movers in Montgomery

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,670 to $2,480 for a studio, $2,510 to $3,730 for a one-bedroom, $4,180 to $6,210 for a two-bedroom, $6,680 to $9,940 for a three-bedroom and $9,190 to $13,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montgomery from Abilene?

About 927 road miles (785 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 41 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 Alabama 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 Montgomery?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,400 to $1,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,720. 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–Montgomery corridor.