McKinney, TX → New Haven, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from McKinney to New Haven

About 1,669 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,440–$9,580, delivery in 5–10 days, 885 carriers on the McKinney side and 242 in New Haven.

1,669 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,440–$9,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: McKinney, Texas
To: New Haven, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 1,669 miles (1,415 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 885 (386 interstate)
Movers at destination: 242 (131 interstate)

Reverse: New Haven → McKinney

The route from McKinney, TX to New Haven, CT covers roughly 1,669 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,440 to $9,580 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the McKinney side there are 885 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (386 of them authorized for interstate work), and 242 around New Haven (131 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 New Haven.

McKinney has a population of about 236,001 and New Haven about 138,774. New Haven is the denser city (7,167 people per square mile versus 2,915 in McKinney), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Connecticut does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from McKinney to New Haven

Full-service estimate for 1,669 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,570	$3,140	$3,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,860	$4,710	$5,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,440	$7,850	$9,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,300	$12,560	$15,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,160	$17,270	$21,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,440–$9,580

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 McKinney (origin)

Talento Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3841225
MC: 1405142
Based in: Frisco, TX 75078 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 119 trucks, 159 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (214) 843-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mnm Carrier Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3552598
MC: 1190342
Based in: Allen, TX 75013 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 613-0263 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Motion Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3694862
MC: 1290479
Based in: Frisco, TX 75034 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 43 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (972) 971-1938 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trinity Transportation Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492584
MC: 1149997
Based in: Frisco, TX 75035 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 951-7426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transportation INC

USDOT: 3304680
MC: 1048681
Based in: Plano, TX 75074 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (972) 479-1995 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dove Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3789100
MC: 1359352
Based in: Wylie, TX 75098 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 655-9204 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abbas Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3482607
MC: 1143519
Based in: Murphy, TX 75094 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (972) 339-8992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 885 movers in McKinney

Near New Haven (destination)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 272172
MC: 15100
Based in: West Haven, CT 06516 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (203) 933-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anthony Augliera Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57994
MC: 60406
Based in: East Haven, CT 06512 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 937-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nova Express

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 788061
MC: 610730
Based in: Naugatuck, CT 06770 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (203) 610-9605 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 242 movers in New Haven

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from McKinney to New Haven?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,570 to $3,830 for a studio, $3,860 to $5,750 for a one-bedroom, $6,440 to $9,580 for a two-bedroom, $10,300 to $15,320 for a three-bedroom and $14,160 to $21,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Haven from McKinney?

About 1,669 road miles (1,415 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Connecticut 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 McKinney to New Haven?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 McKinney–New Haven corridor.