Lubbock, TX → Dothan, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Lubbock to Dothan

About 1,149 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,690–$6,980, delivery in 3–7 days, 110 carriers on the Lubbock side and 112 in Dothan.

1,149 miroad distance
20 h 31 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,690–$6,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lubbock, Texas
To: Dothan, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 1,149 miles (974 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 31 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 110 (38 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Dothan → Lubbock

The route from Lubbock, TX to Dothan, AL covers roughly 1,149 miles by road, a east-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 $4,690 to $6,980 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 20 h 31 min.

On the Lubbock side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (38 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Dothan (77 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 Dothan.

Lubbock has a population of about 273,071 and Dothan about 72,000. Lubbock is considerably denser (1,910 people per square mile versus 791), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Lubbock to Dothan

Full-service estimate for 1,149 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,880	$2,290	$2,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,820	$3,430	$4,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,690	$5,720	$6,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,510	$9,160	$11,170
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,320	$12,590	$15,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,630–$2,300

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

Portable container

$2,050–$3,010

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

Full-service mover

$4,690–$6,980

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 Lubbock (origin)

O & E Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3862247
MC: 1411271
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79416 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (806) 683-0582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Beso Del Sol Holdings LLC

USDOT: 1931566
MC: 690464
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79424 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (806) 780-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & K Delivery & Assembly INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1765358
MC: 644990
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79404 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (806) 407-5400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Byco Moving Or Tough Guy Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Adams Business Services INC

USDOT: 1069251
MC: 442323
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79414 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (806) 787-7533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transcon Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transcon Capital LLC

USDOT: 3656170
MC: 1262162
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79423 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (806) 789-5131 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hart Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1825246
MC: 662225
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (806) 763-4191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lubbock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Lubbock LLC

USDOT: 4031529
MC: 1523280
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79404 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (806) 805-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grit Property Solutions LTD Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4179725
MC: 1816373
Based in: Lubbock, TX 79407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (325) 207-8409 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Lubbock

Near Dothan (destination)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 148986
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256677
MC: 115366
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2897746
MC: 974169
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 457381
MC: 246135
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (405) 283-0698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357693
MC: 507202
Based in: Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 673-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1119395
MC: 458318
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1119412
MC: 458326
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785148
MC: 928069
Based in: Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (917) 379-3091 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Dothan

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lubbock to Dothan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,880 to $2,790 for a studio, $2,820 to $4,190 for a one-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,980 for a two-bedroom, $7,510 to $11,170 for a three-bedroom and $10,320 to $15,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dothan from Lubbock?

About 1,149 road miles (974 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 31 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 Alabama 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 Lubbock to Dothan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,630 to $2,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,050 to $3,010. 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 Lubbock–Dothan corridor.