McAllen, TX → Longview, TX · Long-distance move
About 570 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,490–$5,190, delivery in 2–5 days, 357 carriers on the McAllen side and 89 in Longview.
Longview sits about 570 miles northeast 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 $3,490 to $5,190 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 10 h 32 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 89 around Longview (47 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 Longview.
McAllen has a population of about 150,640 and Longview about 82,000. McAllen is considerably denser (2,283 people per square mile versus 1,462), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,390 | $1,700 | $2,070 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,090 | $2,550 | $3,110 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,490 | $4,250 | $5,190 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $5,580 | $6,800 | $8,300 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $7,670 | $9,350 | $11,410 |
$890–$1,250
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,530–$2,250
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,490–$5,190
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 $1,390 to $2,070 for a studio, $2,090 to $3,110 for a one-bedroom, $3,490 to $5,190 for a two-bedroom, $5,580 to $8,300 for a three-bedroom and $7,670 to $11,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 570 road miles (483 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 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.
No. Because both McAllen and Longview 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 $890 to $1,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,530 to $2,250. 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–Longview corridor.