Austin, TX → Richardson, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Austin to Richardson

About 230 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,360–$3,510, delivery in 1–2 days, 868 carriers on the Austin side and 1,078 in Richardson.

230 miroad distance
4 h 40 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,360–$3,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Austin, Texas
To: Richardson, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 230 miles (195 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 40 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 868 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,078 (453 interstate)

Reverse: Richardson → Austin

The route from Austin, TX to Richardson, TX covers roughly 230 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $2,360 to $3,510 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 40 min.

On the Austin side there are 868 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (241 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,078 around Richardson (453 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 Richardson.

Austin has a population of about 1 million and Richardson about 118,542. Richardson is the denser city (4,177 people per square mile versus 3,007 in Austin), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Austin to Richardson

Full-service estimate for 230 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,420	$1,730	$2,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,360	$2,880	$3,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,780	$4,610	$5,620
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,190	$6,330	$7,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$390–$550

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

Portable container

$1,230–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,360–$3,510

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Austin (origin)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Apple Moving LLC

USDOT: 3538096
MC: 1361596
Based in: Austin, TX 78759 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 397-1248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doxa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2608633
MC: 917444
Based in: Austin, TX 78750 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (737) 444-7778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spur Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190438
MC: 1544165
Based in: Austin, TX 78753 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 106 trucks, 101 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (866) 250-8589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aifleet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Ai Fleet INC

USDOT: 3443025
MC: 1118730
Based in: Austin, TX 78701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (737) 937-6883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lvs Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3903424
MC: 1438723
Based in: Austin, TX 78729 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (781) 266-7968 Route Verify on FMCSA

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Square Cow Moovers LLC

USDOT: 1748594
MC: 640166
Based in: Cedar Park, TX 78613 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (512) 401-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azuma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Azuma Leasing LLC

USDOT: 4074353
MC: 1548580
Based in: Austin, TX 78705 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (512) 233-5019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cadogan Tate Texas Cadogan Tate Austin Cadogan Tate Dallas

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: White Glove Storage And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1598596
MC: 591409
Based in: Austin, TX 78744 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (512) 490-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Richardson (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (6 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,078 movers in Richardson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Austin to Richardson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,420 to $2,110 for a one-bedroom, $2,360 to $3,510 for a two-bedroom, $3,780 to $5,620 for a three-bedroom and $5,190 to $7,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richardson from Austin?

About 230 road miles (195 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 40 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 Austin and Richardson 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 Austin to Richardson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $390 to $550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,230 to $1,800. 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 Austin–Richardson corridor.