Bethesda, MD → Mesquite, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Bethesda to Mesquite

About 1,379 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,790–$8,610, delivery in 3–7 days, 660 carriers on the Bethesda side and 1,504 in Mesquite.

1,379 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,790–$8,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bethesda, Maryland
To: Mesquite, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,379 miles (1,169 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 660 (397 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,504 (636 interstate)

Reverse: Mesquite → Bethesda

Mesquite sits about 1,379 miles west of Bethesda, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maryland to Texas that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,790 to $8,610 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Bethesda side there are 660 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,504 around Mesquite (636 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 Mesquite.

Bethesda has a population of about 68,000 and Mesquite about 150,693. Bethesda is considerably denser (5,132 people per square mile versus 3,095), 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 Bethesda to Mesquite

Full-service estimate for 1,379 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,310	$2,820	$3,440
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,470	$4,230	$5,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,790	$7,060	$8,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,260	$11,290	$13,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,730	$15,520	$18,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,020–$2,850

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

Portable container

$2,250–$3,310

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

Full-service mover

$5,790–$8,610

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 Bethesda (origin)

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418499
MC: 63919
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308320
MC: 1053236
Based in: Beltsville, MD 20705 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (240) 805-4447 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&n Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3588170
MC: 1214409
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (240) 364-4387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT: 1442953
MC: 545874
Based in: Rockville, MD 20850 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT: 1300300
MC: 504611
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3268506
MC: 1031430
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20785 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bookstore Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2005212
MC: 707471
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20781 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (202) 570-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 660 movers in Bethesda

Near Mesquite (destination)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (11 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 (9 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 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Container Service

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eddie Hale INC

USDOT: 688098
MC: 243465
Based in: Balch Springs, TX 75180 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (972) 286-1606 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,504 movers in Mesquite

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bethesda to Mesquite?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,310 to $3,440 for a studio, $3,470 to $5,160 for a one-bedroom, $5,790 to $8,610 for a two-bedroom, $9,260 to $13,770 for a three-bedroom and $12,730 to $18,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mesquite from Bethesda?

About 1,379 road miles (1,169 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 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 Bethesda to Mesquite?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,020 to $2,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,250 to $3,310. 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 Bethesda–Mesquite corridor.