Allen, TX → Stamford, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from Allen to Stamford

About 1,632 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,370–$9,480, delivery in 5–10 days, 680 carriers on the Allen side and 135 in Stamford.

1,632 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,370–$9,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Allen, Texas
To: Stamford, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 1,632 miles (1,383 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 680 (290 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (92 interstate)

Reverse: Stamford → Allen

The route from Allen, TX to Stamford, CT covers roughly 1,632 miles by road, a northeast-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 $6,370 to $9,480 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 28 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 135 around Stamford (92 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 Stamford.

Allen has a population of about 113,447 and Stamford about 139,535. The two cities have comparable density (3,963 and 3,603 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Connecticut does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Allen to Stamford

Full-service estimate for 1,632 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,690
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,370	$7,770	$9,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,200	$12,440	$15,180
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,020	$17,100	$20,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,280–$3,210

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,640

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

Full-service mover

$6,370–$9,480

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 Stamford (destination)

Hendrickson Bus Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hendrickson Bus Company

USDOT: 382112
MC: 729161
Based in: Bayville, NY 11709 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhl Global Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Air Express International USA INC

USDOT: 74167
MC: 193047
Based in: Darien, CT 06820 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 102 trucks, 181 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (305) 302-3989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Veral Corp

USDOT: 292755
MC: 185639
Based in: White Plains, NY 10606 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (914) 761-2528 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Junkluggers And Luggers Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Junkluggers LLC

USDOT: 1867983
MC: 934353
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 18 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (203) 580-4829 Route Verify on FMCSA

J B And Franks Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J B Moving Services INC

USDOT: 517785
MC: 196878
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (203) 602-7979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conri Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1599349
MC: 591649
Based in: Hawthorne, NY 10532 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (914) 592-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intense Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2204625
MC: 722908
Based in: Stamford, CT 06905 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (203) 274-6554 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doran Brothers Moving & Self Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Narod INC

USDOT: 710236
MC: 358983
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (203) 328-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 135 movers in Stamford

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,790 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,690 for a one-bedroom, $6,370 to $9,480 for a two-bedroom, $10,200 to $15,180 for a three-bedroom and $14,020 to $20,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stamford from Allen?

About 1,632 road miles (1,383 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Connecticut 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 Stamford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,280 to $3,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,640. 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–Stamford corridor.