Newton, MA

Arlington, TX → Newton, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Arlington to Newton

About 1,841 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,980–$10,380, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 456 in Newton.

  • 1,841 miroad distance
  • 32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,980–$10,3802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,841 miles (1,560 straight-line)
Drive time
32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination
456 (267 interstate)

Reverse: Newton → Arlington

Newton sits about 1,841 miles northeast of Arlington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Massachusetts that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,980 to $10,380 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

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 456 around Newton (267 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 Newton.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Newton about 89,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,111 and 4,988 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Massachusetts does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Arlington to Newton

Full-service estimate for 1,841 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,790 $3,400 $4,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,190 $5,110 $6,230
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,980 $8,510 $10,380
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,160 $13,610 $16,610
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,350 $18,720 $22,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,640–$3,730

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,920

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

Full-service mover

$6,980–$10,380

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Newton (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
338113
MC
830455
Based in
Boston, MA 02110 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
373544
MC
218762
Based in
Winchester, MA 01890 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
597632
MC
288585
Based in
Watertown, MA 02472 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
387213
MC
158735
Based in
Randolph, MA 02368 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3461366
MC
1129943
Based in
Cambridge, MA 02141 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9354
MC
277023
Based in
Lexington, MA 02420 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1696867
MC
623045
Based in
Everett, MA 02149 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

High Speed Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3460758
MC
1139822
Based in
West Roxbury, MA 02132 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 456 movers in Newton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,790 to $4,150 for a studio, $4,190 to $6,230 for a one-bedroom, $6,980 to $10,380 for a two-bedroom, $11,160 to $16,610 for a three-bedroom and $15,350 to $22,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newton from Arlington?

About 1,841 road miles (1,560 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Massachusetts 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 Newton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,640 to $3,730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,920. 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–Newton corridor.