Durango, CO

Arlington, TX → Durango, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Arlington to Durango

About 808 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,270–$6,350, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 21 in Durango.

  • 808 miroad distance
  • 14 h 38 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,270–$6,3502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 808 miles (685 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 38 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination
21 (10 interstate)

Reverse: Durango → Arlington

Moving from Arlington to Durango is a long-distance move of roughly 808 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to Colorado.

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 $4,270 to $6,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 38 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 21 around Durango (10 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 Durango.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Durango about 20,000. Arlington is considerably denser (4,111 people per square mile versus 1,293), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Arlington to Durango

Full-service estimate for 808 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,710 $2,080 $2,540
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,560 $3,130 $3,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,270 $5,210 $6,350
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,830 $8,330 $10,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,400 $11,460 $13,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,600

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$4,270–$6,350

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Arlington, TX → Durango, CO. 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 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

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

Value Truck

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

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

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

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

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

Near Durango (destination)

McKee Cattle Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1678358
MC
1098617
Based in
Durango, CO 81303 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Bob'S Backhoe Service

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1274510
Based in
Durango, CO 81303 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

A & M Construction & Excavation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
774005
MC
349665
Based in
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 (44 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Army Ant Moving Durango Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2303164
MC
787466
Based in
Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Durango Trash Panda LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4278120
MC
1662560
Based in
Hesperus, CO 81326 (16 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Wayne'S Towing & Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4015525
MC
1572441
Based in
Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Jm Partners

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1037203
MC
927485
Based in
Ignacio, CO 81137 (21 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

High Mountain Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4378958
MC
1716216
Based in
Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 21 movers in Durango

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,710 to $2,540 for a studio, $2,560 to $3,810 for a one-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,350 for a two-bedroom, $6,830 to $10,170 for a three-bedroom and $9,400 to $13,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Durango from Arlington?

About 808 road miles (685 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 38 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Colorado 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 Durango?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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–Durango corridor.