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College Station, TX → Tuscaloosa, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from College Station to Tuscaloosa

About 644 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,520–$5,230, delivery in 2–5 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 80 in Tuscaloosa.

  • 644 miroad distance
  • 11 h 48 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,520–$5,2302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 644 miles (546 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 48 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination
80 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Tuscaloosa → College Station

The route from College Station, TX to Tuscaloosa, AL covers roughly 644 miles by road, a east-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 $3,520 to $5,230 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 11 h 48 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 80 around Tuscaloosa (39 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 Tuscaloosa.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and Tuscaloosa about 114,316. College Station is considerably denser (2,354 people per square mile versus 1,609), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from College Station to Tuscaloosa

Full-service estimate for 644 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,410 $1,710 $2,090
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,110 $2,570 $3,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,520 $4,290 $5,230
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,620 $6,860 $8,370
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,730 $9,430 $11,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$960–$1,360

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

Portable container

$1,590–$2,350

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

Full-service mover

$3,520–$5,230

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 Tuscaloosa (destination)

Awesome Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4357625
MC
1704689
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10,014 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (205) 413-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Tuscaloosa

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jst INC

USDOT
1310877
MC
652647
Based in
Northport, AL 35473 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (205) 247-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brittain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
362876
MC
214146
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (205) 345-0115 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Wrecker Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbs Leasing LLC

USDOT
911424
MC
606283
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (205) 345-5511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3060563
MC
72972907
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (205) 826-5463 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Alabama Postal Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
301906
Based in
Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2348521
MC
803764
Based in
Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (205) 764-0499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grs Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4492165
MC
1775920
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (205) 534-2027 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Tuscaloosa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,090 for a studio, $2,110 to $3,140 for a one-bedroom, $3,520 to $5,230 for a two-bedroom, $5,620 to $8,370 for a three-bedroom and $7,730 to $11,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tuscaloosa from College Station?

About 644 road miles (546 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 48 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $960 to $1,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,590 to $2,350. 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–Tuscaloosa corridor.