Denton, TX → Durham, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Denton to Durham

About 1,243 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,090–$7,580, delivery in 3–7 days, 409 carriers on the Denton side and 338 in Durham.

1,243 miroad distance
22 h 8 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,090–$7,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Denton, Texas
To: Durham, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,243 miles (1,053 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 8 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 409 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 338 (194 interstate)

Reverse: Durham → Denton

Moving from Denton to Durham is a long-distance move of roughly 1,243 road miles, heading east from Texas to North Carolina.

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 $5,090 to $7,580 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 8 min.

On the Denton side there are 409 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 338 around Durham (194 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 Durham.

Denton has a population of about 169,431 and Durham about 305,561. Durham is the denser city (2,513 people per square mile versus 1,451 in Denton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Denton to Durham

Full-service estimate for 1,243 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,490	$3,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,060	$3,730	$4,550
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,090	$6,210	$7,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,150	$9,940	$12,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,210	$13,670	$16,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,730–$2,440

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

Portable container

$2,130–$3,130

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

Full-service mover

$5,090–$7,580

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Denton (origin)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 306971
MC: 190464
Based in: Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (940) 600-4831 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 880583
MC: 689082
Based in: Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 383-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cwl Services LLC

USDOT: 2295684
MC: 943303
Based in: Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (972) 953-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1827498
MC: 901612
Based in: Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (214) 477-4762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3835904
MC: 1393179
Based in: Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (817) 825-9704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amoun Express LLC

USDOT: 2031387
MC: 723293
Based in: Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (972) 740-5088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2958778
MC: 3428
Based in: Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2514965
MC: 872522
Based in: Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (817) 528-7765 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 409 movers in Denton

Near Durham (destination)

Pax Logistix

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pax Logistix LLC

USDOT: 3319990
MC: 1056199
Based in: Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (919) 961-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trosa Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers INC

USDOT: 675014
MC: 315111
Based in: Durham, NC 27701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (919) 419-1059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 338 movers in Durham

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Denton to Durham?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,030 for a studio, $3,060 to $4,550 for a one-bedroom, $5,090 to $7,580 for a two-bedroom, $8,150 to $12,130 for a three-bedroom and $11,210 to $16,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Durham from Denton?

About 1,243 road miles (1,053 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 8 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 North Carolina 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 Denton to Durham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,730 to $2,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,130 to $3,130. 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 Denton–Durham corridor.