Laredo, TX → Frankfort, KY · Long-distance move

Movers from Laredo to Frankfort

About 1,321 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,150–$7,660, delivery in 3–7 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 50 in Frankfort.

1,321 miroad distance
23 h 29 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,150–$7,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laredo, Texas
To: Frankfort, Kentucky
Road distance: ≈ 1,321 miles (1,120 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 29 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination: 50 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Frankfort → Laredo

Moving from Laredo to Frankfort is a long-distance move of roughly 1,321 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Kentucky.

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 $5,150 to $7,660 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 29 min.

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 50 around Frankfort (22 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 Frankfort.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Frankfort about 29,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,396 and 1,936 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Kentucky does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Frankfort

Full-service estimate for 1,321 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,060	$2,510	$3,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,090	$3,770	$4,600
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,240	$10,040	$12,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,330	$13,810	$16,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,810–$2,550

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

Portable container

$2,200–$3,230

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

Full-service mover

$5,150–$7,660

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 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 Frankfort (destination)

Interstate Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892639
MC: 731059
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (888) 366-3401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carmickle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 724673
MC: 331986
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (859) 873-9570 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3892955
MC: 1431818
Based in: Stamping Grand, KY 40379 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (859) 536-3784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport 1 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048608
MC: 48647
Based in: Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (605) 929-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2867908
MC: 961069
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (859) 208-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

R&ck Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3976848
MC: 1487757
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (502) 320-6093 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tws Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4156387
MC: 1596530
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 242-6881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Syga Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4337559
MC: 1694350
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (786) 918-7215 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Frankfort

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,060 to $3,060 for a studio, $3,090 to $4,600 for a one-bedroom, $5,150 to $7,660 for a two-bedroom, $8,240 to $12,250 for a three-bedroom and $11,330 to $16,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Frankfort from Laredo?

About 1,321 road miles (1,120 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 29 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Kentucky 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 Frankfort?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,810 to $2,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,200 to $3,230. 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–Frankfort corridor.