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Allen, TX → Lawrence, KS · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Allen to Lawrence

About 486 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,180–$4,730, delivery in 1–3 days, 680 carriers on the Allen side and 17 in Lawrence.

  • 486 miroad distance
  • 9 h 5 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,180–$4,7302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 486 miles (412 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 5 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
680 (290 interstate)
Movers at destination
17 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Lawrence → Allen

Moving from Allen to Lawrence is a regional long-distance move of roughly 486 road miles, heading north from Texas to Kansas.

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 $3,180 to $4,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 5 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 17 around Lawrence (14 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 Lawrence.

Allen has a population of about 113,447 and Lawrence about 95,000. Allen is considerably denser (3,963 people per square mile versus 2,772), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Kansas does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Allen to Lawrence

Full-service estimate for 486 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,270 $1,550 $1,890
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,910 $2,330 $2,840
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,180 $3,880 $4,730
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,090 $6,210 $7,570
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,000 $8,540 $10,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$3,180–$4,730

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Allen, TX → Lawrence, KS. 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 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 Lawrence (destination)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1380572
MC
745731
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1644908
MC
616036
Based in
Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
917983
MC
397078
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT
768024
MC
345177
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1996368
MC
727907
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1397728
MC
530604
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3516994
MC
1176725
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT
4517072
MC
1789178
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,890 for a studio, $1,910 to $2,840 for a one-bedroom, $3,180 to $4,730 for a two-bedroom, $5,090 to $7,570 for a three-bedroom and $7,000 to $10,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lawrence from Allen?

About 486 road miles (412 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Kansas 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 Lawrence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,140. 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–Lawrence corridor.