Killeen, TX → Buffalo, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Killeen to Buffalo

About 1,555 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,540–$9,740, delivery in 5–10 days, 147 carriers on the Killeen side and 302 in Buffalo.

1,555 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,540–$9,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Killeen, Texas
To: Buffalo, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,555 miles (1,318 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 147 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 302 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Buffalo → Killeen

Moving from Killeen to Buffalo is a cross-country move of roughly 1,555 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to New York.

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 $6,540 to $9,740 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 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Killeen side there are 147 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 302 around Buffalo (91 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 Buffalo.

Killeen has a population of about 161,883 and Buffalo about 274,613. Buffalo is the denser city (6,890 people per square mile versus 2,794 in Killeen), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Killeen to Buffalo

Full-service estimate for 1,555 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,620	$3,190	$3,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,930	$4,790	$5,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,540	$7,980	$9,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,470	$12,770	$15,580
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,400	$17,560	$21,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,200–$3,100

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

Portable container

$2,410–$3,540

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

Full-service mover

$6,540–$9,740

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 Killeen (origin)

Twc Standards Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3463373
MC: 1131239
Based in: Killeen, TX 76549 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (254) 383-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Travis Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1943393
MC: 1137178
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

H Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1949168
MC: 190078
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgeline Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3245378
MC: 939007
Based in: Salado, TX 76571 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (512) 289-4192 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad Monkey Mechanics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mad Monkey Industries LLC

USDOT: 4445554
MC: 1751102
Based in: Killeen, TX 76541 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (254) 768-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norman Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Associated Movers INC

USDOT: 3019601
MC: 94721
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (512) 452-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Freight Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534253
MC: 1798380
Based in: Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (254) 345-1008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nice Touch LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 7727984
Based in: Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (310) 307-1760 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Killeen

Near Buffalo (destination)

Tops Friendly Markets

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Erie Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1043805
MC: 438928
Based in: Lancaster, NY 14086 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (716) 515-2241 Route Verify on FMCSA

Regional Logistics Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 672523
MC: 311416
Based in: Buffalo, NY 14213 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (716) 876-4645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bulldog Movers LLC

USDOT: 3356419
MC: 1074016
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (716) 800-4455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raine Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1711438
MC: 627859
Based in: West Seneca, NY 14224 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Copebestway Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 142382
MC: 140349
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14212 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (716) 875-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Productive Transportation Carrier Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 572094
MC: 278056
Based in: Tonawanda, NY 14150 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (716) 833-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayfinder Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3104397
MC: 79366
Based in: Buffalo, NY 14216 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (716) 832-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fda Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1613148
MC: 596406
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14225 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (716) 630-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 302 movers in Buffalo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Killeen to Buffalo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,620 to $3,890 for a studio, $3,930 to $5,840 for a one-bedroom, $6,540 to $9,740 for a two-bedroom, $10,470 to $15,580 for a three-bedroom and $14,400 to $21,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buffalo from Killeen?

About 1,555 road miles (1,318 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 New York 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 Killeen to Buffalo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,200 to $3,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,410 to $3,540. 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 Killeen–Buffalo corridor.