Lancaster, PA → Wichita Falls, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Lancaster to Wichita Falls

About 1,527 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,850–$8,700, delivery in 5–10 days, 260 carriers on the Lancaster side and 41 in Wichita Falls.

1,527 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,850–$8,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
To: Wichita Falls, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,527 miles (1,294 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 260 (171 interstate)
Movers at destination: 41 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Wichita Falls → Lancaster

The route from Lancaster, PA to Wichita Falls, TX covers roughly 1,527 miles by road, a west-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 $5,850 to $8,700 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 Lancaster side there are 260 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (171 of them authorized for interstate work), and 41 around Wichita Falls (13 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 Wichita Falls.

Lancaster has a population of about 58,000 and Wichita Falls about 101,951. Lancaster is considerably denser (8,031 people per square mile versus 1,421), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lancaster to Wichita Falls

Full-service estimate for 1,527 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,340	$2,850	$3,480
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,510	$4,280	$5,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,850	$7,130	$8,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,350	$11,410	$13,920
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,860	$15,690	$19,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$5,850–$8,700

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 Lancaster (origin)

Miller Dedicated Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2562869
MC: 894481
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (609) 265-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunrise Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 276388
MC: 290856
Based in: Ephrata, PA 17522 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (717) 721-2803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 168358
MC: 145282
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514795
MC: 197249
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quaker Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 619559
MC: 287214
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Snavely'S Mill INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 377174
MC: 302885
Based in: Lititz, PA 17543 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (717) 626-6256 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2040512
MC: 720073
Based in: Quarryville, PA 17566 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (717) 471-8623 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shawnee Trucking Pa INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1342517
MC: 515012
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 684-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 260 movers in Lancaster

Near Wichita Falls (destination)

De LA Garza Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: De LA Garza Transport LLC

USDOT: 2273309
MC: 776399
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (940) 447-4997 Route Verify on FMCSA

K&d Transport Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3916623
MC: 1447415
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (469) 669-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr04 Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4462195
MC: 1759923
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (909) 953-6862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Active Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4530683
MC: 1796455
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76309 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (469) 831-7803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wingfield Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3584268
MC: 1211815
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (940) 224-2073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blj Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4416386
MC: 1735635
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76306 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (940) 730-3690 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wichita Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Wichita Valley Distributors INC

USDOT: 518157
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76310 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (940) 217-6812 Route Verify on FMCSA

B&a Reliable Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4037406
MC: 1526938
Based in: Wichita Falls, TX 76305 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (940) 232-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Wichita Falls

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Wichita Falls accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lancaster to Wichita Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,340 to $3,480 for a studio, $3,510 to $5,220 for a one-bedroom, $5,850 to $8,700 for a two-bedroom, $9,350 to $13,920 for a three-bedroom and $12,860 to $19,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wichita Falls from Lancaster?

About 1,527 road miles (1,294 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 Pennsylvania into Texas 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 Lancaster to Wichita Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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 Lancaster–Wichita Falls corridor.