Allen, TX → Antioch, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Allen to Antioch

About 1,708 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,900–$10,270, delivery in 5–10 days, 680 carriers on the Allen side and 124 in Antioch.

1,708 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,900–$10,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Allen, Texas
To: Antioch, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,708 miles (1,447 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 680 (290 interstate)
Movers at destination: 124 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Antioch → Allen

The route from Allen, TX to Antioch, CA covers roughly 1,708 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,900 to $10,270 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

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 124 around Antioch (36 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 Antioch.

Allen has a population of about 113,447 and Antioch about 118,958. The two cities have comparable density (3,963 and 3,948 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Allen to Antioch

Full-service estimate for 1,708 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,760	$3,370	$4,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,140	$5,050	$6,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,900	$8,420	$10,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,050	$13,470	$16,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,190	$18,520	$22,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,360–$3,320

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

Portable container

$2,540–$3,740

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

Full-service mover

$6,900–$10,270

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 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 Antioch (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460243
MC: 1129236
Based in: Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (415) 297-7205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Iraheta Bros 2 INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2524708
MC: 876779
Based in: Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (510) 823-2038 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 672-2805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1659739
MC: 610530
Based in: Concord, CA 94520 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tim Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tim Movers LLC

USDOT: 4075064
MC: 1549017
Based in: Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (628) 688-5540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lake Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lake Movers LLC

USDOT: 1535480
MC: 571702
Based in: Discovery Bay, CA 94514 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 516-0311 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 124 movers in Antioch

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,760 to $4,110 for a studio, $4,140 to $6,160 for a one-bedroom, $6,900 to $10,270 for a two-bedroom, $11,050 to $16,430 for a three-bedroom and $15,190 to $22,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Antioch from Allen?

About 1,708 road miles (1,447 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California 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 Antioch?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,360 to $3,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,540 to $3,740. 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–Antioch corridor.