Baltimore, MD → Carrollton, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Baltimore to Carrollton

About 1,428 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,910–$8,800, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,335 carriers on the Baltimore side and 976 in Carrollton.

1,428 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,910–$8,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Baltimore, Maryland
To: Carrollton, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,428 miles (1,210 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,335 (786 interstate)
Movers at destination: 976 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Carrollton → Baltimore

The route from Baltimore, MD to Carrollton, TX covers roughly 1,428 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the 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 $5,910 to $8,800 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Baltimore side there are 1,335 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (786 of them authorized for interstate work), and 976 around Carrollton (399 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 Carrollton.

Baltimore has a population of about 569,997 and Carrollton about 134,562. Baltimore is considerably denser (7,240 people per square mile versus 3,636), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Baltimore to Carrollton

Full-service estimate for 1,428 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,360	$2,880	$3,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,550	$4,330	$5,280
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,910	$7,210	$8,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,460	$11,540	$14,070
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,010	$15,860	$19,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,070–$2,920

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

Portable container

$2,290–$3,370

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

Full-service mover

$5,910–$8,800

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 Baltimore (origin)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 215194
MC: 155424
Based in: Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (410) 247-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 84666
MC: 118899
Based in: Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (410) 760-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Giant Of Maryland LLC

USDOT: 110018
MC: 170440
Based in: Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (301) 543-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917652
MC: 396918
Based in: Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (410) 247-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3046843
MC: 47885
Based in: Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (818) 455-6884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2932214
MC: 990235
Based in: Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (443) 941-0001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328357
MC: 511503
Based in: Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (410) 799-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 582826
MC: 280577
Based in: Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (410) 477-9733 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

Near Carrollton (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Design Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Design Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 486924
MC: 246474
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (214) 688-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3491000
MC: 1155002
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (678) 914-5010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Texas INC

USDOT: 1038245
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dallas Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2638632
MC: 919255
Based in: Grapevine, TX 76051 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (214) 244-6846 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 976 movers in Carrollton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Baltimore to Carrollton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,360 to $3,520 for a studio, $3,550 to $5,280 for a one-bedroom, $5,910 to $8,800 for a two-bedroom, $9,460 to $14,070 for a three-bedroom and $13,010 to $19,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carrollton from Baltimore?

About 1,428 road miles (1,210 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 Maryland into Texas 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 Baltimore to Carrollton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,070 to $2,920 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,290 to $3,370. 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 Baltimore–Carrollton corridor.