Stevens Transport INC
- 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
Mesquite, TX → Independence, MO · Long-distance move
About 536 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,330–$4,960, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,504 carriers on the Mesquite side and 214 in Independence.
Independence sits about 536 miles north of Mesquite, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Missouri 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 $3,330 to $4,960 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 9 h 57 min.
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 214 around Independence (159 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 Independence.
Mesquite has a population of about 150,693 and Independence about 121,675. Mesquite is considerably denser (3,095 people per square mile versus 1,577), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,330 | $1,630 | $1,980 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,000 | $2,440 | $2,980 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,330 | $4,060 | $4,960 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $5,330 | $6,500 | $7,930 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $7,330 | $8,940 | $10,910 |
$850–$1,200
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,500–$2,200
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,330–$4,960
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Mesquite, TX → Independence, MO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
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 $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $2,000 to $2,980 for a one-bedroom, $3,330 to $4,960 for a two-bedroom, $5,330 to $7,930 for a three-bedroom and $7,330 to $10,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 536 road miles (455 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 57 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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Missouri 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,200. 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 Mesquite–Independence corridor.