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

Movers from Baltimore to Plano

About 1,416 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,880–$8,750, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,335 carriers on the Baltimore side and 1,562 in Plano.

1,416 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,880–$8,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Baltimore, Maryland
To: Plano, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,416 miles (1,200 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: 1,562 (674 interstate)

Reverse: Plano → Baltimore

The route from Baltimore, MD to Plano, TX covers roughly 1,416 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 $5,880 to $8,750 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 1,562 around Plano (674 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 Plano.

Baltimore has a population of about 569,997 and Plano about 293,028. Baltimore is considerably denser (7,240 people per square mile versus 3,982), 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 Plano

Full-service estimate for 1,416 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,350	$2,870	$3,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,530	$4,300	$5,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,880	$7,170	$8,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,410	$11,470	$14,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,940	$15,780	$19,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,050–$2,900

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

Portable container

$2,280–$3,360

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

Full-service mover

$5,880–$8,750

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

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Near Plano (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

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Talento Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3841225
MC: 1405142
Based in: Frisco, TX 75078 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 119 trucks, 159 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (214) 843-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (8 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 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Transfer & Storage Company INC - Armstrong Relocation

USDOT: 449294
MC: 516299
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (972) 242-0511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mnm Carrier Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3552598
MC: 1190342
Based in: Allen, TX 75013 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 613-0263 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,562 movers in Plano

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,350 to $3,500 for a studio, $3,530 to $5,250 for a one-bedroom, $5,880 to $8,750 for a two-bedroom, $9,410 to $14,000 for a three-bedroom and $12,940 to $19,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Plano from Baltimore?

About 1,416 road miles (1,200 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 Plano?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,050 to $2,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,280 to $3,360. 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–Plano corridor.