Carrollton, TX → Durham, NC · Long-distance move
About 1,232 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,070–$7,540, delivery in 3–7 days, 976 carriers on the Carrollton side and 338 in Durham.
Moving from Carrollton to Durham is a long-distance move of roughly 1,232 road miles, heading east from Texas to North Carolina.
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 $5,070 to $7,540 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 21 h 57 min.
On the Carrollton side there are 976 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 338 around Durham (194 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 Durham.
Carrollton has a population of about 134,562 and Durham about 305,561. Carrollton is considerably denser (3,636 people per square mile versus 2,513), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,030 | $2,470 | $3,020 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,040 | $3,710 | $4,520 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,070 | $6,180 | $7,540 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $8,110 | $9,890 | $12,060 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $11,150 | $13,600 | $16,590 |
$1,720–$2,420
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,120–$3,120
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,070–$7,540
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Carrollton, TX → Durham, NC. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,030 to $3,020 for a studio, $3,040 to $4,520 for a one-bedroom, $5,070 to $7,540 for a two-bedroom, $8,110 to $12,060 for a three-bedroom and $11,150 to $16,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,232 road miles (1,044 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 57 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into North Carolina 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,720 to $2,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,120 to $3,120. 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.
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 Carrollton–Durham corridor.