Mesquite, TX → Carrollton, TX · Local move

Movers from Mesquite to Carrollton

About 29 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,130–$1,680, delivery in 0–1 days, 1,504 carriers on the Mesquite side and 976 in Carrollton.

29 miroad distance
54 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,130–$1,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Mesquite, Texas
To: Carrollton, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 29 miles (24 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 1,504 (636 interstate)
Movers at destination: 976 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Carrollton → Mesquite

The route from Mesquite, TX to Carrollton, TX covers roughly 29 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the local move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 54 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,130 and $1,680, before packing or storage.

On the Mesquite side there are 1,504 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (636 of them authorized for interstate work), and 976 around Carrollton (399 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 Carrollton.

Mesquite has a population of about 150,693 and Carrollton about 134,562. The two cities have comparable density (3,095 and 3,636 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Mesquite to Carrollton

Full-service estimate for 29 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$600	$730	$890
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$700	$850	$1,040
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,130	$1,370	$1,680
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,750	$2,130	$2,600
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,620	$3,200	$3,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$180–$250

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

Portable container

$1,050–$1,540

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

Full-service mover

$1,130–$1,680

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Mesquite (origin)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Container Service

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eddie Hale INC

USDOT: 688098
MC: 243465
Based in: Balch Springs, TX 75180 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (972) 286-1606 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Carrollton (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Design Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Design Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 486924
MC: 246474
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (214) 688-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3491000
MC: 1155002
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (678) 914-5010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Texas INC

USDOT: 1038245
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dallas Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2638632
MC: 919255
Based in: Grapevine, TX 76051 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (214) 244-6846 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 976 movers in Carrollton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Mesquite to Carrollton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $600 to $890 for a studio, $700 to $1,040 for a one-bedroom, $1,130 to $1,680 for a two-bedroom, $1,750 to $2,600 for a three-bedroom and $2,620 to $3,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carrollton from Mesquite?

About 29 road miles (24 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 54 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Mesquite and Carrollton 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Mesquite to Carrollton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $180 to $250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,050 to $1,540. 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 Mesquite–Carrollton corridor.