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Mesquite, TX → Texarkana, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Mesquite to Texarkana

About 179 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,180–$3,240, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,504 carriers on the Mesquite side and 51 in Texarkana.

  • 179 miroad distance
  • 3 h 47 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,180–$3,2402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 179 miles (152 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 47 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
1,504 (636 interstate)
Movers at destination
51 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Texarkana → Mesquite

Texarkana sits about 179 miles east of Mesquite, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,180 to $3,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 47 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 51 around Texarkana (35 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 Texarkana.

Mesquite has a population of about 150,693 and Texarkana about 37,000. Mesquite is considerably denser (3,095 people per square mile versus 1,152), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Mesquite to Texarkana

Full-service estimate for 179 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,310 $1,600 $1,950
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,180 $2,660 $3,240
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,490 $4,250 $5,190
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,800 $5,850 $7,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$470

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

Portable container

$1,180–$1,730

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

Full-service mover

$2,180–$3,240

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Mesquite, TX → Texarkana, TX. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 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

All 1,504 movers in Mesquite

Near Texarkana (destination)

Livingston Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2862306
MC
959216
Based in
Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (903) 832-5373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Texarkana Sugar Hill INC

USDOT
776808
MC
347874
Based in
Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (903) 223-0102 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Warehousing & Distribution Co INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
876909
MC
383490
Based in
Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (903) 832-8144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dean Farms INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2454479
Based in
Texarkana, AR 71854 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (903) 748-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calirida Freight Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Handyman'S Wife Cleaning LLC

USDOT
8830213
MC
74344793
Based in
Texarkana, TX 75503 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (575) 309-3203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shur-Flow Plumbing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shur-Flow Services INC

USDOT
495694
MC
264355
Based in
Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (903) 794-3569 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Mobile Homes LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4539432
MC
1801208
Based in
Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (903) 490-1075 Route Verify on FMCSA

Powerhaul Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927497
MC
988101
Based in
Texarkana, AR 71854 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (870) 299-0556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Texarkana

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,310 to $1,950 for a one-bedroom, $2,180 to $3,240 for a two-bedroom, $3,490 to $5,190 for a three-bedroom and $4,800 to $7,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Texarkana from Mesquite?

About 179 road miles (152 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 47 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

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

No. Because both Mesquite and Texarkana 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 Texarkana?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,180 to $1,730. 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–Texarkana corridor.