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Allen, TX → Alpharetta, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Allen to Alpharetta

About 845 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,150–$6,180, delivery in 2–5 days, 680 carriers on the Allen side and 1,260 in Alpharetta.

  • 845 miroad distance
  • 15 h 16 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,150–$6,1802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 845 miles (716 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 16 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
680 (290 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,260 (604 interstate)

Reverse: Alpharetta → Allen

Moving from Allen to Alpharetta is a long-distance move of roughly 845 road miles, heading east from Texas to Georgia.

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 $4,150 to $6,180 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 16 min.

On the Allen side there are 680 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (290 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,260 around Alpharetta (604 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 Alpharetta.

Allen has a population of about 113,447 and Alpharetta about 68,000. Allen is considerably denser (3,963 people per square mile versus 2,447), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Allen to Alpharetta

Full-service estimate for 845 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,660 $2,030 $2,470
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,490 $3,040 $3,710
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,150 $5,070 $6,180
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,650 $8,100 $9,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,140 $11,140 $13,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,170–$1,650

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

Portable container

$1,770–$2,610

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

Full-service mover

$4,150–$6,180

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 Allen (origin)

Talento Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3841225
MC
1405142
Based in
Frisco, TX 75078 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
119 trucks, 159 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (214) 843-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
8424988
Based in
Dallas, TX 75254 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3500318
MC
1155089
Based in
Allen, TX 75002 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mnm Carrier Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3552598
MC
1190342
Based in
Allen, TX 75013 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (469) 613-0263 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asset Based Intermodal INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
755335
MC
341318
Based in
Garland, TX 75040 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (972) 487-9900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Motion Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3694862
MC
1290479
Based in
Frisco, TX 75034 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
43 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (972) 971-1938 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trinity Transportation Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492584
MC
1149997
Based in
Frisco, TX 75035 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (469) 951-7426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transportation INC

USDOT
3304680
MC
1048681
Based in
Plano, TX 75074 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (972) 479-1995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 680 movers in Allen

Near Alpharetta (destination)

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lazer Spot INC

USDOT
850629
MC
370668
Based in
Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (678) 771-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saia Ltl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Saia Motor Freight Line LLC

USDOT
29124
MC
87511
Based in
Johns Creek, GA 30097 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7,428 trucks, 7,315 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (770) 232-5067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sld Transportation, LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sld Transport, LLC

USDOT
829373
MC
367702
Based in
Canton, GA 30115 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (770) 704-5152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight International LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2846152
MC
954292
Based in
Woodstock, GA 30188 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (678) 632-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1187702
MC
469637
Based in
Doraville, GA 30340 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251051
MC
1023120
Based in
Duluth, GA 30096 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (888) 507-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2815279
MC
939426
Based in
Cumming, GA 30041 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (404) 642-7460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nolg LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3653588
MC
1260284
Based in
Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (616) 799-6704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,260 movers in Alpharetta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Allen to Alpharetta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,470 for a studio, $2,490 to $3,710 for a one-bedroom, $4,150 to $6,180 for a two-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,890 for a three-bedroom and $9,140 to $13,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Alpharetta from Allen?

About 845 road miles (716 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 16 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 Georgia 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 Allen to Alpharetta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,170 to $1,650 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,770 to $2,610. 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 Allen–Alpharetta corridor.