Carrollton, TX → Washington, DC · Long-distance move
About 1,395 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,160–$9,170, delivery in 3–7 days, 976 carriers on the Carrollton side and 1,904 in Washington.
Moving from Carrollton to Washington is a long-distance move of roughly 1,395 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to District of Columbia.
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 $6,160 to $9,170 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 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 1,904 around Washington (1,206 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 Washington.
Carrollton has a population of about 134,562 and Washington about 693,645. Washington is the denser city (11,286 people per square mile versus 3,636 in Carrollton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. District of Columbia is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that District of Columbia 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 | $2,470 | $3,010 | $3,670 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,700 | $4,510 | $5,500 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,160 | $7,520 | $9,170 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,860 | $12,020 | $14,670 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,560 | $16,530 | $20,170 |
$2,030–$2,870
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,270–$3,330
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,160–$9,170
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Carrollton, TX → Washington, DC. 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 $2,470 to $3,670 for a studio, $3,700 to $5,500 for a one-bedroom, $6,160 to $9,170 for a two-bedroom, $9,860 to $14,670 for a three-bedroom and $13,560 to $20,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,395 road miles (1,182 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).
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 District of Columbia 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 $2,030 to $2,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,330. 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–Washington corridor.