Carrollton, TX → Greensboro, NC · Long-distance move
About 1,173 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,930–$7,330, delivery in 3–7 days, 976 carriers on the Carrollton side and 341 in Greensboro.
Greensboro sits about 1,173 miles east of Carrollton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to North Carolina 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 $4,930 to $7,330 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 20 h 55 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 341 around Greensboro (243 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 Greensboro.
Carrollton has a population of about 134,562 and Greensboro about 308,667. Carrollton is considerably denser (3,636 people per square mile versus 2,307), 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 | $1,970 | $2,400 | $2,930 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,960 | $3,600 | $4,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,930 | $6,010 | $7,330 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $7,880 | $9,610 | $11,730 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $10,840 | $13,210 | $16,120 |
$1,660–$2,340
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,070–$3,040
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,930–$7,330
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Carrollton, TX → Greensboro, 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 $1,970 to $2,930 for a studio, $2,960 to $4,400 for a one-bedroom, $4,930 to $7,330 for a two-bedroom, $7,880 to $11,730 for a three-bedroom and $10,840 to $16,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,173 road miles (994 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 55 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 $1,660 to $2,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,040. 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–Greensboro corridor.