Arlington, TX → Asheville, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Arlington to Asheville

About 1,010 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,530–$6,740, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 120 in Asheville.

1,010 miroad distance
18 h 7 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,530–$6,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Arlington, Texas
To: Asheville, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,010 miles (856 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 7 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (87 interstate)

Reverse: Asheville → Arlington

Asheville sits about 1,010 miles east of Arlington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to North Carolina that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,530 to $6,740 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 7 min.

On the Arlington side there are 1,724 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (721 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Asheville (87 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 Asheville.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Asheville about 95,000. Arlington is considerably denser (4,111 people per square mile versus 2,080), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Arlington to Asheville

Full-service estimate for 1,010 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,810	$2,210	$2,700
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,720	$3,320	$4,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,530	$5,530	$6,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,250	$8,840	$10,790
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,970	$12,160	$14,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,830

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

Full-service mover

$4,530–$6,740

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 Arlington (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 160955
MC: 180584
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT: 1836511
MC: 665731
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT: 822809
MC: 364675
Based in: Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1986353
MC: 703067
Based in: North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1018527
MC: 427093
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3508894
MC: 1160787
Based in: Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3977236
MC: 1488003
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

Near Asheville (destination)

Carolina Logistic INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2073146
MC: 724258
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (828) 367-7749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire National INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2878524
MC: 966111
Based in: Fletcher, NC 28732 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (800) 985-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anchor Logistics Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2025845
MC: 712157
Based in: Asheville, NC 28806 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (828) 707-9161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Asheville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ams&sons Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 1555930
MC: 577552
Based in: Fletcher, NC 28732 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (828) 681-5252 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carolina Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1544288
MC: 574276
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (828) 548-0037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3183831
MC: 129079
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (828) 707-2111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Union Transfer And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 97211
MC: 96435
Based in: Arden, NC 28704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (828) 209-0171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gasperson Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wnc Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 281010
MC: 183831
Based in: Asheville, NC 28804 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (828) 658-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Asheville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arlington to Asheville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,700 for a studio, $2,720 to $4,050 for a one-bedroom, $4,530 to $6,740 for a two-bedroom, $7,250 to $10,790 for a three-bedroom and $9,970 to $14,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Asheville from Arlington?

About 1,010 road miles (856 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 7 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 North Carolina 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 Arlington to Asheville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,830. 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 Arlington–Asheville corridor.