Dallas, TX → Albuquerque, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Dallas to Albuquerque

About 694 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,710–$5,520, delivery in 2–5 days, 3,665 carriers on the Dallas side and 129 in Albuquerque.

694 miroad distance
12 h 40 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,710–$5,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Dallas, Texas
To: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 694 miles (588 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 40 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 3,665 (1,566 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Albuquerque → Dallas

Albuquerque sits about 694 miles west of Dallas, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to New Mexico that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $3,710 to $5,520 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 12 h 40 min.

On the Dallas side there are 3,665 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,566 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Albuquerque (72 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 Albuquerque.

Dallas has a population of about 1.3 million and Albuquerque about 556,588. The two cities have comparable density (3,841 and 3,014 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that New Mexico does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Dallas to Albuquerque

Full-service estimate for 694 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,480	$1,810	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,230	$2,710	$3,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,710	$4,520	$5,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,930	$7,240	$8,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,160	$9,950	$12,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,430

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

Portable container

$1,640–$2,410

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

Full-service mover

$3,710–$5,520

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Dallas (origin)

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT: 822809
MC: 364675
Based in: Dallas, TX 75211 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 160955
MC: 180584
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Albuquerque (destination)

Zanios Foods

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Labatt New Mexico LLC

USDOT: 2049756
MC: 936475
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87121 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (210) 661-4216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kirk Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 2907535
MC: 978867
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (319) 461-6567 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Afc Acquisition Corp

USDOT: 95864
MC: 487378
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 761-3285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95947
MC: 121026
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 823-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prorelo INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstar Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 2391081
MC: 821866
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (505) 888-1007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Moving Of New Mexico LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4490870
MC: 1776976
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (505) 344-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New Mexico Van Lines INC

USDOT: 337290
MC: 169871
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (505) 823-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480299
MC: 858314
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87114 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (505) 459-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Albuquerque

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dallas to Albuquerque?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,210 for a studio, $2,230 to $3,310 for a one-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,520 for a two-bedroom, $5,930 to $8,830 for a three-bedroom and $8,160 to $12,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albuquerque from Dallas?

About 694 road miles (588 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 40 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 New Mexico 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 Dallas to Albuquerque?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,640 to $2,410. 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 Dallas–Albuquerque corridor.