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Allen, TX → Longview, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from Allen to Longview

About 139 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,040–$3,030, delivery in 1–2 days, 680 carriers on the Allen side and 89 in Longview.

  • 139 miroad distance
  • 3 h 6 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,040–$3,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 139 miles (118 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 6 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
680 (290 interstate)
Movers at destination
89 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Longview → Allen

Longview sits about 139 miles east of Allen, 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 6 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,040 and $3,030, before packing or storage.

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 89 around Longview (47 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 Longview.

Allen has a population of about 113,447 and Longview about 82,000. Allen is considerably denser (3,963 people per square mile versus 1,462), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Allen to Longview

Full-service estimate for 139 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,220 $1,490 $1,820
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,040 $2,490 $3,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,260 $3,980 $4,850
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,480 $5,470 $6,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,040–$3,030

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

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

Miva Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blackwater Energy Services LLC

USDOT
3392747
MC
1090679
Based in
Gilmer, TX 75645 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (806) 781-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2802940
MC
20067
Based in
Hallsville, TX 75650 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (601) 381-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Get Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376411
MC
999684
Based in
Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (903) 238-2427 Route Verify on FMCSA

V-T4p Ihaul

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4551516
MC
1813164
Based in
Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (903) 220-1476 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Empire LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2452099
MC
968589
Based in
Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (903) 452-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramos Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jose A Rojas Ramos

USDOT
3141232
MC
99270
Based in
Kilgore, TX 75662 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (903) 808-0967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Higgs Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willie Higgs

USDOT
2270671
MC
1579829
Based in
Longview, TX 75601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (903) 422-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

A'S Hotshot Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3478473
MC
1140780
Based in
Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (903) 570-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 89 movers in Longview

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Other destinations from Allen

Other origins to Longview

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,220 to $1,820 for a one-bedroom, $2,040 to $3,030 for a two-bedroom, $3,260 to $4,850 for a three-bedroom and $4,480 to $6,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Longview from Allen?

About 139 road miles (118 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 6 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 Allen and Longview 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 Allen to Longview?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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–Longview corridor.