McAllen, TX → Fort Worth, TX · Long-distance move
About 538 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,410–$5,070, delivery in 2–5 days, 357 carriers on the McAllen side and 2,811 in Fort Worth.
Fort Worth sits about 538 miles north of McAllen, so this is an in-state move 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 $3,410 to $5,070 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 9 h 59 min.
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 2,811 around Fort Worth (1,207 interstate). For an in-state 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 Fort Worth.
McAllen has a population of about 150,640 and Fort Worth about 1 million. The two cities have comparable density (2,283 and 2,646 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,360 | $1,660 | $2,030 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,040 | $2,490 | $3,040 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,410 | $4,160 | $5,070 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $5,450 | $6,650 | $8,110 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $7,500 | $9,140 | $11,150 |
$850–$1,200
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,500–$2,210
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,410–$5,070
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,360 to $2,030 for a studio, $2,040 to $3,040 for a one-bedroom, $3,410 to $5,070 for a two-bedroom, $5,450 to $8,110 for a three-bedroom and $7,500 to $11,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 538 road miles (456 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 59 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.
No. Because both McAllen and Fort Worth are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,210. 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–Fort Worth corridor.