Garland, TX → Quincy, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Garland to Quincy

About 1,813 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,930–$10,310, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,745 carriers on the Garland side and 456 in Quincy.

1,813 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,930–$10,3102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Garland, Texas
To: Quincy, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 1,813 miles (1,537 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,745 (758 interstate)
Movers at destination: 456 (277 interstate)

Reverse: Quincy → Garland

The route from Garland, TX to Quincy, MA covers roughly 1,813 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,930 to $10,310 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Garland side there are 1,745 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (758 of them authorized for interstate work), and 456 around Quincy (277 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 Quincy.

Garland has a population of about 249,625 and Quincy about 103,173. Quincy is the denser city (6,123 people per square mile versus 4,309 in Garland), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Massachusetts does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Garland to Quincy

Full-service estimate for 1,813 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,770	$3,380	$4,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,160	$5,070	$6,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,930	$8,450	$10,310
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,090	$13,520	$16,490
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,240	$18,590	$22,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,610–$3,690

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

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

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

Full-service mover

$6,930–$10,310

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 Garland (origin)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (10 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 (12 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 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reid Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4128045
Based in: Rockwall, TX 75087 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (972) 838-5746 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

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Quincy (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 338113
MC: 830455
Based in: Boston, MA 02110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT: 597632
MC: 288585
Based in: Watertown, MA 02472 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3461366
MC: 1129943
Based in: Cambridge, MA 02141 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1696867
MC: 623045
Based in: Everett, MA 02149 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Speed Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460758
MC: 1139822
Based in: West Roxbury, MA 02132 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 905-7276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3456438
MC: 1132315
Based in: Revere, MA 02151 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 767-3561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abex Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1773017
MC: 647143
Based in: Readville, MA 02136 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (781) 848-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 456 movers in Quincy

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Garland to Quincy?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,770 to $4,120 for a studio, $4,160 to $6,190 for a one-bedroom, $6,930 to $10,310 for a two-bedroom, $11,090 to $16,490 for a three-bedroom and $15,240 to $22,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Quincy from Garland?

About 1,813 road miles (1,537 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Massachusetts 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 Garland to Quincy?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,610 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. 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 Garland–Quincy corridor.