Midland, TX → Grand Island, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Midland to Grand Island

About 766 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,900–$5,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 94 carriers on the Midland side and 85 in Grand Island.

766 miroad distance
13 h 54 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,900–$5,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Midland, Texas
To: Grand Island, Nebraska
Road distance: ≈ 766 miles (649 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 54 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 94 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination: 85 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Island → Midland

Moving from Midland to Grand Island is a long-distance move of roughly 766 road miles, heading north from Texas to Nebraska.

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 $3,900 to $5,800 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 13 h 54 min.

On the Midland side there are 94 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 of them authorized for interstate work), and 85 around Grand Island (35 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 Grand Island.

Midland has a population of about 147,615 and Grand Island about 53,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,755 and 1,764 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Nebraska does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Midland to Grand Island

Full-service estimate for 766 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,560	$1,900	$2,320
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,340	$2,850	$3,480
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,900	$4,760	$5,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,240	$7,610	$9,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,580	$10,470	$12,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,090–$1,530

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

Portable container

$1,700–$2,510

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

Full-service mover

$3,900–$5,800

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 Midland (origin)

McClatchy Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 151233
MC: 93439
Based in: Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (432) 694-9691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

USDOT: 1790390
MC: 779115
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (432) 337-1761 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 817981
MC: 265731
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agc Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arthur Garcia Cordova

USDOT: 2860851
MC: 966424
Based in: Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (432) 517-5275 Route Verify on FMCSA

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327757
MC: 1071482
Based in: Midland, TX 79707 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mister M&k Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3039472
MC: 1306101
Based in: Midland, TX 79706 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (432) 703-7455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Majestic Petroleum Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2282873
MC: 787218
Based in: Midland, TX 79705 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (432) 686-2023 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid-Dessa Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mid-Dessa INC

USDOT: 1858651
MC: 981610
Based in: Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (432) 520-4039 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 94 movers in Midland

Near Grand Island (destination)

Grand Island Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Grand Island Express INC

USDOT: 54988
MC: 135283
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 158 trucks, 164 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (308) 384-8555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tom'S Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1174681
MC: 471083
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (308) 383-1665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yeral R Menendez

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Y And M Trucking LLC

USDOT: 2548189
MC: 887320
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (308) 675-1026 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunset Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4227519
MC: 1635024
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (308) 850-6592 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Nebraska Transload Incorporated

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2370201
MC: 813134
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (308) 384-4477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amp Works LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2540706
MC: 1671268
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (308) 690-6259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mack Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mark Mack LLC

USDOT: 2781913
MC: 926617
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (308) 380-3026 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nas Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nas Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1370171
MC: 523881
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (308) 379-0963 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 85 movers in Grand Island

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Grand Island if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Midland to Grand Island?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,560 to $2,320 for a studio, $2,340 to $3,480 for a one-bedroom, $3,900 to $5,800 for a two-bedroom, $6,240 to $9,290 for a three-bedroom and $8,580 to $12,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Island from Midland?

About 766 road miles (649 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 54 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Nebraska 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 Midland to Grand Island?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,090 to $1,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,700 to $2,510. 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 Midland–Grand Island corridor.