Carrollton, TX → Lafayette, LA · Regional long-distance move
About 407 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,910–$4,330, delivery in 1–3 days, 976 carriers on the Carrollton side and 91 in Lafayette.
Moving from Carrollton to Lafayette is a regional long-distance move of roughly 407 road miles, heading southeast from Texas to Louisiana.
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 $2,910 to $4,330 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 43 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 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.
Carrollton has a population of about 134,562 and Lafayette about 123,311. Carrollton is considerably denser (3,636 people per square mile versus 2,175), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Louisiana 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 | $1,170 | $1,430 | $1,750 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,750 | $2,130 | $2,600 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,910 | $3,550 | $4,330 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,660 | $5,680 | $6,930 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,400 | $7,810 | $9,520 |
$570–$800
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,380–$2,030
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,910–$4,330
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Carrollton, TX → Lafayette, LA. 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 $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,750 to $2,600 for a one-bedroom, $2,910 to $4,330 for a two-bedroom, $4,660 to $6,930 for a three-bedroom and $6,400 to $9,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 407 road miles (345 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 43 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $570 to $800 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,380 to $2,030. 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–Lafayette corridor.