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Abilene, TX → Wichita Falls, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from Abilene to Wichita Falls

About 144 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,060–$3,060, delivery in 1–2 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 41 in Wichita Falls.

  • 144 miroad distance
  • 3 h 11 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,060–$3,0602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 144 miles (122 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 11 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
41 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Wichita Falls → Abilene

Wichita Falls sits about 144 miles northeast of Abilene, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 11 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,060 and $3,060, before packing or storage.

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 41 around Wichita Falls (13 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 Wichita Falls.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Wichita Falls about 101,951. The two cities have comparable density (1,173 and 1,421 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Abilene to Wichita Falls

Full-service estimate for 144 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,230 $1,500 $1,840
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,060
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,290 $4,010 $4,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,520 $5,520 $6,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,060–$3,060

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

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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
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 Wichita Falls (destination)

De LA Garza Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: De LA Garza Transport LLC

USDOT
2273309
MC
776399
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (940) 447-4997 Route Verify on FMCSA

K&d Transport Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3916623
MC
1447415
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (469) 669-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr04 Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4462195
MC
1759923
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (909) 953-6862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Active Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4530683
MC
1796455
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76309 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (469) 831-7803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wingfield Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3584268
MC
1211815
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (940) 224-2073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blj Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4416386
MC
1735635
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76306 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (940) 730-3690 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wichita Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Wichita Valley Distributors INC

USDOT
518157
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76310 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (940) 217-6812 Route Verify on FMCSA

B&a Reliable Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4037406
MC
1526938
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76305 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (940) 232-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Wichita Falls

Related routes

Other destinations from Abilene

Other origins to Wichita Falls

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Abilene to Wichita Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,230 to $1,840 for a one-bedroom, $2,060 to $3,060 for a two-bedroom, $3,290 to $4,890 for a three-bedroom and $4,520 to $6,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wichita Falls from Abilene?

About 144 road miles (122 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 11 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 Wichita Falls 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 Wichita Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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–Wichita Falls corridor.