Dover, DE

College Station, TX → Dover, DE · Cross-country move

Movers from College Station to Dover

About 1,550 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,970–$8,880, delivery in 5–10 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 143 in Dover.

  • 1,550 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,970–$8,8802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,550 miles (1,314 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination
143 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Dover → College Station

The route from College Station, TX to Dover, DE covers roughly 1,550 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $5,970 to $8,880 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

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 143 around Dover (103 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 Dover.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and Dover about 40,000. College Station is considerably denser (2,354 people per square mile versus 1,654), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Delaware does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from College Station to Dover

Full-service estimate for 1,550 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,390 $2,910 $3,550
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,580 $4,370 $5,330
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,970 $7,280 $8,880
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,550 $11,650 $14,220
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,140 $16,020 $19,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,190–$3,100

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

Portable container

$2,400–$3,530

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

Full-service mover

$5,970–$8,880

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

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

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

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

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate
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

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

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1320848
MC
511132
Based in
Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

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

All 110 movers in College Station

Near Dover (destination)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934741
MC
690698
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1510668
MC
566208
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2546977
MC
886752
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
872818
MC
903323
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3876998
MC
1421184
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4262251
MC
1653912
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3100720
MC
77314
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3621695
MC
1237363
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 143 movers in Dover

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,390 to $3,550 for a studio, $3,580 to $5,330 for a one-bedroom, $5,970 to $8,880 for a two-bedroom, $9,550 to $14,220 for a three-bedroom and $13,140 to $19,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dover from College Station?

About 1,550 road miles (1,314 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Delaware 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 Dover?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,190 to $3,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,400 to $3,530. 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–Dover corridor.