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College Station, TX → Detroit, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from College Station to Detroit

About 1,290 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,210–$7,750, delivery in 3–7 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 1,435 in Detroit.

  • 1,290 miroad distance
  • 22 h 57 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,210–$7,7502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,290 miles (1,094 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 57 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,435 (656 interstate)

Reverse: Detroit → College Station

The route from College Station, TX to Detroit, MI covers roughly 1,290 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,210 to $7,750 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 22 h 57 min.

On the College Station side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,435 around Detroit (656 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 Detroit.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and Detroit about 649,095. Detroit is the denser city (4,608 people per square mile versus 2,354 in College Station), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Michigan does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from College Station to Detroit

Full-service estimate for 1,290 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,080 $2,540 $3,100
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,130 $3,810 $4,650
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,210 $6,350 $7,750
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,330 $10,160 $12,400
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,460 $13,970 $17,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,780–$2,510

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

Portable container

$2,170–$3,190

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

Full-service mover

$5,210–$7,750

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near College Station (origin)

All-N-1 Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3517665
MC
1166477
Based in
Bryan, TX 77803 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (832) 366-3862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3997826
MC
1543389
Based in
Bryan, TX 77801 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (979) 779-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clarke Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2566642
MC
896373
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (434) 865-0625 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1384337
MC
527500
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (979) 693-6233 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Bcs INC

USDOT
4174624
MC
1606308
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (979) 201-8250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garrett Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
115045
MC
133712
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (979) 255-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lard Enterprises INC

USDOT
1320848
MC
511132
Based in
Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (979) 324-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Plus Moving And More Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4117888
MC
1574291
Based in
Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (979) 321-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in College Station

Near Detroit (destination)

Corrigan Moving Systems Premier Relocations

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Corrigan Moving & Storage Company

USDOT
153343
MC
41608
Based in
Dearborn, MI 48124 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
245 trucks, 215 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (313) 278-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alden Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
888722
MC
387036
Based in
Melvindale, MI 48122 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
193 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (313) 388-9700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lk Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lk Transport LLC

USDOT
3349817
MC
1070757
Based in
Garden City, MI 48135 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
131 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (313) 454-6063 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT
1162977
MC
468507
Based in
Warren, MI 48089 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2512112
MC
871317
Based in
Hamtramck, MI 48212 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3171509
MC
118718
Based in
Warren, MI 48093 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & S Express Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2950753
MC
999060
Based in
Melvindale, MI 48122 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
90 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (313) 406-5818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2455228
MC
848013
Based in
Westland, MI 48186 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (734) 725-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,435 movers in Detroit

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from College Station to Detroit?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,080 to $3,100 for a studio, $3,130 to $4,650 for a one-bedroom, $5,210 to $7,750 for a two-bedroom, $8,330 to $12,400 for a three-bedroom and $11,460 to $17,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Detroit from College Station?

About 1,290 road miles (1,094 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 57 min.

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 Texas into Michigan 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 College Station to Detroit?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,780 to $2,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,170 to $3,190. 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 College Station–Detroit corridor.