Lincoln, NE → Allen, TX · Long-distance move
About 628 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,570–$5,310, delivery in 2–5 days, 160 carriers on the Lincoln side and 680 in Allen.
Allen sits about 628 miles south of Lincoln, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Texas that most movers classify as a long-distance move.
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 $3,570 to $5,310 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 11 h 32 min.
On the Lincoln side there are 160 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (83 of them authorized for interstate work), and 680 around Allen (290 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 Allen.
Lincoln has a population of about 301,522 and Allen about 113,447. Allen is the denser city (3,963 people per square mile versus 2,979 in Lincoln), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,430 | $1,740 | $2,120 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,140 | $2,610 | $3,190 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,570 | $4,350 | $5,310 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $5,710 | $6,970 | $8,500 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $7,860 | $9,580 | $11,690 |
$950–$1,330
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,580–$2,320
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,570–$5,310
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Lincoln, NE → Allen, TX. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,430 to $2,120 for a studio, $2,140 to $3,190 for a one-bedroom, $3,570 to $5,310 for a two-bedroom, $5,710 to $8,500 for a three-bedroom and $7,860 to $11,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 628 road miles (532 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 32 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Nebraska 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $950 to $1,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,320. 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.
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 Lincoln–Allen corridor.