Irving, TX → Iowa City, IA · Long-distance move
About 799 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,940–$5,860, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,220 carriers on the Irving side and 43 in Iowa City.
Moving from Irving to Iowa City is a long-distance move of roughly 799 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Iowa.
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 $3,940 to $5,860 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 29 min.
On the Irving side there are 2,220 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (881 of them authorized for interstate work), and 43 around Iowa City (28 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 Iowa City.
Irving has a population of about 257,076 and Iowa City about 75,000. Irving is considerably denser (3,831 people per square mile versus 2,904), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,580 | $1,920 | $2,340 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,360 | $2,880 | $3,520 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,940 | $4,800 | $5,860 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $6,300 | $7,690 | $9,380 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $8,660 | $10,570 | $12,890 |
$1,120–$1,580
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,730–$2,550
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,940–$5,860
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Irving, TX → Iowa City, IA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,580 to $2,340 for a studio, $2,360 to $3,520 for a one-bedroom, $3,940 to $5,860 for a two-bedroom, $6,300 to $9,380 for a three-bedroom and $8,660 to $12,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 799 road miles (677 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 29 min.
Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Iowa 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,120 to $1,580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,730 to $2,550. 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.
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 Irving–Iowa City corridor.