Killeen, TX → Iowa City, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from Killeen to Iowa City

About 953 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,300–$6,400, delivery in 2–5 days, 147 carriers on the Killeen side and 43 in Iowa City.

953 miroad distance
17 h 8 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,300–$6,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Killeen, Texas
To: Iowa City, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 953 miles (808 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 8 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 147 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 43 (28 interstate)

Reverse: Iowa City → Killeen

Moving from Killeen to Iowa City is a long-distance move of roughly 953 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 $4,300 to $6,400 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 17 h 8 min.

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 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.

Killeen has a population of about 161,883 and Iowa City about 75,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,794 and 2,904 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Killeen to Iowa City

Full-service estimate for 953 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,720	$2,100	$2,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,580	$3,150	$3,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,300	$5,250	$6,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,890	$8,400	$10,240
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,470	$11,550	$14,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,020

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$4,300–$6,400

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 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 Iowa City (destination)

Adamantine Spine Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Adamantine Spine Moving INC

USDOT: 1471037
MC: 556716
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (319) 325-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4766652
Based in: Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (319) 210-4857 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2471478
MC: 61612
Based in: Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (319) 624-2086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slager Appliances

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2028718
MC: 1754363
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (319) 337-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Towing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Iowa City Auto Sales LLC

USDOT: 1352324
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (319) 330-1629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stannard Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 228904
MC: 166228
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (319) 351-1552 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bee'S Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brendan Daryl Beachy

USDOT: 2821656
MC: 1068797
Based in: Kalona, IA 52247 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (319) 530-1197 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hardy Concierge Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4222688
Based in: North Liberty, IA 52317 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (319) 382-0721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Iowa City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Killeen to Iowa City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,560 for a studio, $2,580 to $3,840 for a one-bedroom, $4,300 to $6,400 for a two-bedroom, $6,890 to $10,240 for a three-bedroom and $9,470 to $14,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Iowa City from Killeen?

About 953 road miles (808 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 8 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Killeen to Iowa City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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–Iowa City corridor.