Longview, TX → Indianapolis, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Longview to Indianapolis

About 819 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,010–$5,960, delivery in 2–5 days, 89 carriers on the Longview side and 806 in Indianapolis.

819 miroad distance
14 h 49 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,010–$5,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Longview, Texas
To: Indianapolis, Indiana
Road distance: ≈ 819 miles (694 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 49 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 89 (47 interstate)
Movers at destination: 806 (576 interstate)

Reverse: Indianapolis → Longview

The route from Longview, TX to Indianapolis, IN covers roughly 819 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,010 to $5,960 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 14 h 49 min.

On the Longview side there are 89 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (47 of them authorized for interstate work), and 806 around Indianapolis (576 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 Indianapolis.

Longview has a population of about 82,000 and Indianapolis about 901,116. Indianapolis is the denser city (2,455 people per square mile versus 1,462 in Longview), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Indiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Longview to Indianapolis

Full-service estimate for 819 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,400	$2,930	$3,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,010	$4,890	$5,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,410	$7,820	$9,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,820	$10,750	$13,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,140–$1,610

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

Portable container

$1,750–$2,570

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

Full-service mover

$4,010–$5,960

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 Longview (origin)

Miva Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blackwater Energy Services LLC

USDOT: 3392747
MC: 1090679
Based in: Gilmer, TX 75645 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (806) 781-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2802940
MC: 20067
Based in: Hallsville, TX 75650 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (601) 381-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Get Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376411
MC: 999684
Based in: Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (903) 238-2427 Route Verify on FMCSA

V-T4p Ihaul

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4551516
MC: 1813164
Based in: Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (903) 220-1476 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Empire LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2452099
MC: 968589
Based in: Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (903) 452-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramos Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jose A Rojas Ramos

USDOT: 3141232
MC: 99270
Based in: Kilgore, TX 75662 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (903) 808-0967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Higgs Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willie Higgs

USDOT: 2270671
MC: 1579829
Based in: Longview, TX 75601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (903) 422-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

A'S Hotshot Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3478473
MC: 1140780
Based in: Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (903) 570-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 89 movers in Longview

Near Indianapolis (destination)

Gme

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Golden Mile Enterprises INC

USDOT: 2837726
MC: 949779
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46221 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 375 trucks, 395 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (317) 765-5600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wheaton Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70719
MC: 87113
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46250 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (317) 849-7900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ktl INC

USDOT: 2352168
MC: 805371
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (317) 565-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lsc Transportation Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1575730
MC: 1452299
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46268 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (317) 550-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247771
MC: 169755
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46219 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (317) 788-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3701508
MC: 1295347
Based in: Fishers, IN 46038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (609) 854-0397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2516438
MC: 873157
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (559) 558-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daum Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 638153
MC: 303799
Based in: Plainfield, IN 46168 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (317) 839-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 806 movers in Indianapolis

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Indianapolis if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Longview to Indianapolis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,600 to $2,380 for a studio, $2,400 to $3,580 for a one-bedroom, $4,010 to $5,960 for a two-bedroom, $6,410 to $9,540 for a three-bedroom and $8,820 to $13,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Indianapolis from Longview?

About 819 road miles (694 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 49 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Indiana 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 Longview to Indianapolis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,140 to $1,610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,750 to $2,570. 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 Longview–Indianapolis corridor.