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Meridian, ID

Denton, TX → Meridian, ID · Long-distance move

Movers from Denton to Meridian

About 1,488 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,770–$8,590, delivery in 3–7 days, 409 carriers on the Denton side and 176 in Meridian.

  • 1,488 miroad distance
  • 26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,770–$8,5902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,488 miles (1,261 straight-line)
Drive time
26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
409 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination
176 (130 interstate)

Reverse: Meridian → Denton

Moving from Denton to Meridian is a long-distance move of roughly 1,488 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to Idaho.

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 $5,770 to $8,590 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 176 around Meridian (130 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 Meridian.

Denton has a population of about 169,431 and Meridian about 142,988. Meridian is the denser city (3,351 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 Idaho does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Denton to Meridian

Full-service estimate for 1,488 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,310 $2,820 $3,440
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,460 $4,230 $5,160
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,770 $7,040 $8,590
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,240 $11,270 $13,750
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,700 $15,490 $18,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,130–$3,010

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

Portable container

$2,350–$3,450

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

Full-service mover

$5,770–$8,590

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Denton, TX → Meridian, ID. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 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 Meridian (destination)

J R Simplot Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
62813
MC
167150
Based in
Boise, ID 83702 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
169 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (701) 213-9737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scandinavian Designs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dania Incorporated

USDOT
2671154
MC
1115357
Based in
Boise, ID 83706 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
59 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (208) 314-4724 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Distributing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
762129
MC
455079
Based in
Caldwell, ID 83605 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (208) 888-5112 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1189943
MC
475067
Based in
Meridian, ID 83642 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (208) 870-3691 Route Verify on FMCSA

R S T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
52969
MC
174300
Based in
Caldwell, ID 83605 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (208) 459-0271 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple C Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2349517
MC
804211
Based in
Caldwell, ID 83605 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (208) 901-2605 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muza-Pro LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3087546
MC
81853
Based in
Meridian, ID 83646 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (208) 968-4042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peasley Transfer & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
62670
MC
3249
Based in
Boise, ID 83706 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (208) 375-0961 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 176 movers in Meridian

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,310 to $3,440 for a studio, $3,460 to $5,160 for a one-bedroom, $5,770 to $8,590 for a two-bedroom, $9,240 to $13,750 for a three-bedroom and $12,700 to $18,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Meridian from Denton?

About 1,488 road miles (1,261 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 Idaho 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 Meridian?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,130 to $3,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,350 to $3,450. 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–Meridian corridor.