El Paso, TX → Dayton, OH · Cross-country move

Movers from El Paso to Dayton

About 1,600 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,810–$8,640, delivery in 5–10 days, 360 carriers on the El Paso side and 349 in Dayton.

1,600 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,810–$8,6402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: El Paso, Texas
To: Dayton, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 1,600 miles (1,356 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 360 (263 interstate)
Movers at destination: 349 (240 interstate)

Reverse: Dayton → El Paso

Dayton sits about 1,600 miles northeast of El Paso, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Ohio that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $5,810 to $8,640 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the El Paso side there are 360 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (263 of them authorized for interstate work), and 349 around Dayton (240 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 Dayton.

El Paso has a population of about 683,012 and Dayton about 136,688. The two cities have comparable density (2,627 and 2,467 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Ohio does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from El Paso to Dayton

Full-service estimate for 1,600 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,490	$4,250	$5,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,810	$7,090	$8,640
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,300	$11,340	$13,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,780	$15,590	$19,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,240–$3,170

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

Portable container

$2,450–$3,600

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

Full-service mover

$5,810–$8,640

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 El Paso (origin)

Erives Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1807687
MC: 657011
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 420 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (915) 881-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2257332
MC: 770314
Based in: El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (915) 772-7965 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gx3 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3214549
MC: 1004644
Based in: Canutillo, TX 79835 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (915) 222-8101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priority Freight Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gerardo Ortiz Priority Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 998388
MC: 419934
Based in: El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (915) 594-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J J A Munoz Dist

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J J A Munoz Dist INC

USDOT: 820957
MC: 361633
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (915) 858-4660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agr Logistic Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3522507
MC: 1385704
Based in: El Paso, TX 79911 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (575) 200-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jpn Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3536550
MC: 1179245
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (915) 491-8297 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lechuga Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2364352
MC: 810519
Based in: El Paso, TX 79922 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (915) 253-6201 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 360 movers in El Paso

Near Dayton (destination)

Dayton Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dayton Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 273301
MC: 189528
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,278 trucks, 2,650 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (937) 264-4060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lund'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3907195
MC: 1441220
Based in: Dayton, OH 45404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (740) 879-7707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delo Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782379
MC: 1354479
Based in: Dayton, OH 45403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 694-0602 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Expediting Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 389839
MC: 219871
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (937) 890-1524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Truckline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586880
MC: 906741
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45434 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (856) 652-4777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Williams Last Mile Home Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300780
MC: 1046882
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (937) 313-9096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordablemovers Biz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417348
MC: 1103694
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (513) 540-2488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gear Up Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4252976
MC: 1648837
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45431 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (860) 637-9870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Dayton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from El Paso to Dayton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,320 to $3,460 for a studio, $3,490 to $5,190 for a one-bedroom, $5,810 to $8,640 for a two-bedroom, $9,300 to $13,830 for a three-bedroom and $12,780 to $19,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dayton from El Paso?

About 1,600 road miles (1,356 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Ohio 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 El Paso to Dayton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,240 to $3,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,450 to $3,600. 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 El Paso–Dayton corridor.