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Galveston, TX → Mesquite, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Galveston to Mesquite

About 313 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,650–$3,950, delivery in 1–3 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 1,504 in Mesquite.

  • 313 miroad distance
  • 6 h 6 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,650–$3,9502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 313 miles (265 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 6 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,504 (636 interstate)

Reverse: Mesquite → Galveston

Moving from Galveston to Mesquite is a regional long-distance move of roughly 313 road miles, heading north within 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 $2,650 to $3,950 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 6 h 6 min.

On the Galveston side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,504 around Mesquite (636 interstate). For an in-state 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 Mesquite.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and Mesquite about 150,693. Mesquite is the denser city (3,095 people per square mile versus 1,308 in Galveston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Galveston to Mesquite

Full-service estimate for 313 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,590 $1,940 $2,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,650 $3,240 $3,950
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,250 $5,180 $6,320
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,840 $7,120 $8,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$670

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,910

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

Full-service mover

$2,650–$3,950

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Galveston, TX → Mesquite, TX. 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 Galveston (origin)

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3697335
MC
1292296
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2090316
MC
729281
Based in
Santa Fe, TX 77510 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cygnus Elite Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4337094
MC
1728732
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (409) 939-9709 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acjp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9056898
MC
88460689
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (347) 989-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

4rodllc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9139602
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 454-0749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Statewide Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2026122
MC
712238
Based in
Galveston, TX 77551 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 884-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

M Ran Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2791855
MC
926762
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (310) 654-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sorto Freight Solutions LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6056956
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 916-1738 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Galveston

Near Mesquite (destination)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
79466
MC
150578
Based in
Dallas, TX 75227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3300318
MC
1046672
Based in
Dallas, TX 75226 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (415) 480-2226 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

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4166506
MC
1601836
Based in
Dallas, TX 75201 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3077708
MC
64845
Based in
Rowlett, TX 75088 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3454493
MC
1125624
Based in
Dallas, TX 75206 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3974754
MC
1486376
Based in
Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Container Service

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eddie Hale INC

USDOT
688098
MC
243465
Based in
Balch Springs, TX 75180 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (972) 286-1606 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,504 movers in Mesquite

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Galveston to Mesquite?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,590 to $2,370 for a one-bedroom, $2,650 to $3,950 for a two-bedroom, $4,250 to $6,320 for a three-bedroom and $5,840 to $8,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mesquite from Galveston?

About 313 road miles (265 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 6 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Galveston and Mesquite are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Galveston to Mesquite?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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 Galveston–Mesquite corridor.