McAllen, TX → Waco, TX · Regional long-distance move
About 441 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,110–$4,620, delivery in 1–3 days, 357 carriers on the McAllen side and 121 in Waco.
Moving from McAllen to Waco is a regional long-distance move of roughly 441 road miles, heading north within Texas.
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 $3,110 to $4,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 18 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 121 around Waco (34 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 Waco.
McAllen has a population of about 150,640 and Waco about 147,788. McAllen is considerably denser (2,283 people per square mile versus 1,561), 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 | $1,240 | $1,520 | $1,850 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,860 | $2,270 | $2,770 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,110 | $3,790 | $4,620 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,970 | $6,060 | $7,390 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,830 | $8,330 | $10,170 |
$600–$850
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,410–$2,080
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,110–$4,620
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 $1,240 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,860 to $2,770 for a one-bedroom, $3,110 to $4,620 for a two-bedroom, $4,970 to $7,390 for a three-bedroom and $6,830 to $10,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 441 road miles (374 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 18 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Waco 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 $600 to $850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,080. 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–Waco corridor.