Dover, DE

Laredo, TX → Dover, DE · Cross-country move

Movers from Laredo to Dover

About 1,878 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,490–$9,660, delivery in 5–10 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 143 in Dover.

  • 1,878 miroad distance
  • 33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,490–$9,6602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,878 miles (1,591 straight-line)
Drive time
33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination
143 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Dover → Laredo

Moving from Laredo to Dover is a cross-country move of roughly 1,878 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Delaware.

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 $6,490 to $9,660 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 33 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 143 around Dover (103 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 Dover.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Dover about 40,000. Laredo is considerably denser (2,396 people per square mile versus 1,654), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Delaware does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Dover

Full-service estimate for 1,878 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,600 $3,170 $3,860
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,900 $4,750 $5,800
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,490 $7,920 $9,660
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,390 $12,670 $15,450
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,280 $17,420 $21,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,680–$3,780

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

Portable container

$2,700–$3,960

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

Full-service mover

$6,490–$9,660

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Laredo, TX → Dover, DE. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166455
MC
469438
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Dover (destination)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934741
MC
690698
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1510668
MC
566208
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2546977
MC
886752
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
872818
MC
903323
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3876998
MC
1421184
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4262251
MC
1653912
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3100720
MC
77314
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3621695
MC
1237363
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 143 movers in Dover

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,600 to $3,860 for a studio, $3,900 to $5,800 for a one-bedroom, $6,490 to $9,660 for a two-bedroom, $10,390 to $15,450 for a three-bedroom and $14,280 to $21,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dover from Laredo?

About 1,878 road miles (1,591 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Delaware 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 Dover?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,680 to $3,780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,700 to $3,960. 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–Dover corridor.