McAllen, TX → Duluth, MN · Cross-country move
About 1,721 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,240–$9,290, delivery in 5–10 days, 357 carriers on the McAllen side and 57 in Duluth.
Moving from McAllen to Duluth is a cross-country move of roughly 1,721 road miles, heading north from Texas to Minnesota.
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 $6,240 to $9,290 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 30 hours (4 driving days).
On the McAllen side there are 357 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (213 of them authorized for interstate work), and 57 around Duluth (26 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 Duluth.
McAllen has a population of about 150,640 and Duluth about 86,000. McAllen is considerably denser (2,283 people per square mile versus 1,210), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,500 | $3,050 | $3,720 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,750 | $4,570 | $5,570 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,240 | $7,610 | $9,290 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,990 | $12,180 | $14,860 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,730 | $16,750 | $20,430 |
$2,370–$3,340
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,560–$3,760
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,240–$9,290
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for McAllen, TX → Duluth, MN. 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.
Legal name: Rapid Logistics LLC
Legal name: Miner'S Incorporated
Legal name: Fdl Star Construction LLC
Legal name: Bachand Group Incorporated
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,720 for a studio, $3,750 to $5,570 for a one-bedroom, $6,240 to $9,290 for a two-bedroom, $9,990 to $14,860 for a three-bedroom and $13,730 to $20,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,721 road miles (1,459 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Minnesota 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 $2,370 to $3,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,760. 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 McAllen–Duluth corridor.