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Laredo, TX → Arlington, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Laredo to Arlington

About 1,777 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,390–$9,510, delivery in 5–10 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 1,290 in Arlington.

  • 1,777 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,390–$9,5102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,777 miles (1,506 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,290 (809 interstate)

Reverse: Arlington → Laredo

The route from Laredo, TX to Arlington, VA covers roughly 1,777 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 $6,390 to $9,510 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 Laredo side there are 323 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,290 around Arlington (809 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 Arlington.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Arlington about 240,000. Arlington is the denser city (9,180 people per square mile versus 2,396 in Laredo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Arlington

Full-service estimate for 1,777 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,560 $3,120 $3,810
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,840 $4,680 $5,710
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,390 $7,800 $9,510
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,230 $12,480 $15,220
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,070 $17,160 $20,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,430–$3,430

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

Portable container

$2,610–$3,830

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

Full-service mover

$6,390–$9,510

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Laredo, TX → Arlington, VA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Laredo (origin)

G & G Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3606104
MC
1226590
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (956) 286-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Selax Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3111107
MC
82750
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 337-7735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jigsaw Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3023251
MC
35486
Based in
Laredo, TX 78043 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (956) 645-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhg Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3282371
MC
1037983
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (956) 608-2242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Quick Freight Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2585079
MC
905783
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (956) 744-7037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bgl Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3693941
MC
1289802
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (956) 480-5781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daytona Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3081675
MC
67637
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 740-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: G&h Logistics LLC

USDOT
1166455
MC
469438
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (956) 602-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Arlington (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ritter Transport INC

USDOT
436004
MC
239770
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (480) 485-5862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
388638
MC
208997
Based in
Temple Hills, MD 20748 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (301) 899-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2442344
MC
44829
Based in
Vienna, VA 22182 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
6903
MC
1664339
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (480) 582-2760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geva Transportationgeva Logisticsgeva Freight Forwarding S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Geva Transportation LLC

USDOT
2845842
MC
954130
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (240) 284-3828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike Dancy

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael Dancy

USDOT
4231672
MC
1637268
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (301) 643-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interstate Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
32658
MC
1745
Based in
West Springfield, VA 22152 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (703) 569-2121 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3268506
MC
1031430
Based in
Hyattsville, MD 20785 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,290 movers in Arlington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laredo to Arlington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,810 for a studio, $3,840 to $5,710 for a one-bedroom, $6,390 to $9,510 for a two-bedroom, $10,230 to $15,220 for a three-bedroom and $14,070 to $20,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arlington from Laredo?

About 1,777 road miles (1,506 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 Virginia 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 Laredo to Arlington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,430 to $3,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,610 to $3,830. 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 Laredo–Arlington corridor.