Dodge City, KS → Abilene, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Dodge City to Abilene

About 433 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,000–$4,460, delivery in 1–3 days, 10 carriers on the Dodge City side and 44 in Abilene.

433 miroad distance
8 h 10 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,000–$4,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Dodge City, Kansas
To: Abilene, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 433 miles (367 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 10 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (7 interstate)
Movers at destination: 44 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Abilene → Dodge City

Moving from Dodge City to Abilene is a regional long-distance move of roughly 433 road miles, heading south from Kansas to Texas.

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 $3,000 to $4,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 10 min.

On the Dodge City side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (7 of them authorized for interstate work), and 44 around Abilene (14 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 Abilene.

Dodge City has a population of about 28,000 and Abilene about 131,588. Dodge City is considerably denser (1,885 people per square mile versus 1,173), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Dodge City to Abilene

Full-service estimate for 433 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,200	$1,460	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,800	$2,190	$2,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,000	$3,660	$4,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,800	$5,850	$7,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,600	$8,050	$9,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$590–$840

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

Portable container

$1,410–$2,070

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

Full-service mover

$3,000–$4,460

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Dodge City (origin)

A & J Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Andy Hessman

USDOT: 1447152
MC: 544882
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (620) 408-7988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gonzalez Ltl Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4192524
MC: 1616004
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (620) 339-2584 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gunsmoke Motors LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4361075
MC: 1706574
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (620) 430-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blansolo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8073832
MC: 63832851
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (201) 772-1971 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Towing And Recovery

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dodge City Salvage Recycling INC

USDOT: 954530
MC: 1334543
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (620) 227-8606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eli Cook Construction LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2370991
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (620) 338-6034 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & M Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Duane Nietling

USDOT: 2538115
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (620) 338-3780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3995376
MC: 1500061
Based in: Jetmore, KS 67854 (24 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (620) 357-1281 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 10 movers in Dodge City

Near Abilene (destination)

Arim Forwarding INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 278906
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (325) 695-1684 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emmabuz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4074734
MC: 1548815
Based in: Abilene, TX 79606 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (325) 201-2910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Motion Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3813269
MC: 1377020
Based in: Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (954) 444-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hhh&n LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3668944
MC: 1271457
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (325) 201-5610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Faderah Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4409948
MC: 1768741
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (713) 258-4292 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bwj Properties LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2837315
MC: 1079840
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (325) 672-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Pace Solutions LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4500911
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 829-5377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Complete Moving And Storage Of Abilene INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2077019
Based in: Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (325) 692-0613 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Abilene

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dodge City to Abilene?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,200 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,800 to $2,680 for a one-bedroom, $3,000 to $4,460 for a two-bedroom, $4,800 to $7,140 for a three-bedroom and $6,600 to $9,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Abilene from Dodge City?

About 433 road miles (367 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Kansas into Texas 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 Dodge City to Abilene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $590 to $840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,070. 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 Dodge City–Abilene corridor.