Beaumont, TX → Lafayette, LA · Short-haul move

Movers from Beaumont to Lafayette

About 150 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,020–$3,010, delivery in 1–2 days, 106 carriers on the Beaumont side and 91 in Lafayette.

150 miroad distance
3 h 17 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,020–$3,0102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Beaumont, Texas
To: Lafayette, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 150 miles (127 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 17 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 106 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 91 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Lafayette → Beaumont

The route from Beaumont, TX to Lafayette, LA covers roughly 150 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 17 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,020 and $3,010, before packing or storage.

On the Beaumont side there are 106 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 91 around Lafayette (59 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 Lafayette.

Beaumont has a population of about 112,967 and Lafayette about 123,311. Lafayette is the denser city (2,175 people per square mile versus 1,397 in Beaumont), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Beaumont to Lafayette

Full-service estimate for 150 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,210	$1,480	$1,810
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,020	$2,470	$3,010
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,240	$3,950	$4,820
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,450	$5,430	$6,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$430

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,020–$3,010

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

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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 Beaumont (origin)

Lsj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 803218
MC: 410991
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (409) 730-9577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kdsi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1043519
MC: 436195
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (409) 835-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burris Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burris Transfer & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 119355
MC: 136526
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (409) 838-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wm-d'S Roll Off Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3156335
MC: 1576557
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (409) 880-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Galaxy Star Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4331064
MC: 1702848
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (409) 454-0526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jw Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wf Service INC

USDOT: 4427908
MC: 1741820
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77702 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (409) 351-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bod Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3659544
MC: 1264629
Based in: Richmond, TX 77706 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (832) 566-3339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Foster & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2410325
MC: 830492
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (318) 758-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 106 movers in Beaumont

Near Lafayette (destination)

Cm Contractors Of LA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700976
MC: 1794180
Based in: Scott, LA 70583 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 288-4945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 863701
MC: 379976
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (337) 706-8846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Macro Environmental Specialties LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1596229
MC: 942529
Based in: Broussard, LA 70518 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (337) 839-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cajun Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2309280
MC: 788388
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70507 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (337) 230-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bjb Group LLC

USDOT: 2554983
MC: 890877
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (337) 417-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Moving & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 52766
MC: 143588
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (337) 234-2361 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Moving Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610864
MC: 1229882
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 319-4202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bacio Acadiana Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4495496
MC: 1777700
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (337) 504-4395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Lafayette

Tips for this move

Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Beaumont and Lafayette is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Lafayette with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Beaumont to Lafayette?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,210 to $1,810 for a one-bedroom, $2,020 to $3,010 for a two-bedroom, $3,240 to $4,820 for a three-bedroom and $4,450 to $6,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lafayette from Beaumont?

About 150 road miles (127 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 17 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Louisiana 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 Beaumont to Lafayette?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,700. 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 Beaumont–Lafayette corridor.