McKinney, TX → Portsmouth, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from McKinney to Portsmouth

About 1,834 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,580–$9,790, delivery in 5–10 days, 885 carriers on the McKinney side and 51 in Portsmouth.

1,834 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,580–$9,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: McKinney, Texas
To: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 1,834 miles (1,554 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 885 (386 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (38 interstate)

Reverse: Portsmouth → McKinney

Moving from McKinney to Portsmouth is a cross-country move of roughly 1,834 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to New Hampshire.

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 $6,580 to $9,790 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 32 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 51 around Portsmouth (38 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 Portsmouth.

McKinney has a population of about 236,001 and Portsmouth about 23,000. McKinney is considerably denser (2,915 people per square mile versus 1,402), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New Hampshire is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from McKinney to Portsmouth

Full-service estimate for 1,834 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,210	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,580	$8,030	$9,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,530	$12,840	$15,670
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,480	$17,660	$21,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,630–$3,720

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,910

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

Full-service mover

$6,580–$9,790

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 Portsmouth (destination)

Bridges Bros Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crowded Street Holdings LLC

USDOT: 3152985
MC: 105934
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 772-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

William C Huff Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 361089
MC: 249041
Based in: Dover, NH 03820 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 335-2967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Bros Moving Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1761858
MC: 644032
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (603) 436-2725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wings-Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2519075
MC: 874927
Based in: Hampton, NH 03842 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (603) 918-3664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Movers LLC

USDOT: 1381627
MC: 532837
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (603) 379-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

McLaughlin Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 363252
MC: 74451
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 427-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Fence & Deck LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2874509
MC: 1767324
Based in: Somersworth, NH 03878 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (603) 749-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluebird Self Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bluebird Storage LLC

USDOT: 4233288
MC: 1638118
Based in: Greenland, NH 03840 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 380-9443 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Portsmouth

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from McKinney to Portsmouth?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,790 for a two-bedroom, $10,530 to $15,670 for a three-bedroom and $14,480 to $21,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portsmouth from McKinney?

About 1,834 road miles (1,554 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 New Hampshire 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 Portsmouth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,630 to $3,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,910. 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–Portsmouth corridor.