Missoula, MT → Edinburg, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Missoula to Edinburg

About 1,963 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,530–$9,710, delivery in 5–10 days, 35 carriers on the Missoula side and 307 in Edinburg.

1,963 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,530–$9,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Missoula, Montana
To: Edinburg, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,963 miles (1,663 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 307 (188 interstate)

Reverse: Edinburg → Missoula

The route from Missoula, MT to Edinburg, TX covers roughly 1,963 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,530 to $9,710 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 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Missoula side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 of them authorized for interstate work), and 307 around Edinburg (188 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 Edinburg.

Missoula has a population of about 76,000 and Edinburg about 110,700. The two cities have comparable density (2,111 and 2,243 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Missoula to Edinburg

Full-service estimate for 1,963 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,610	$3,180	$3,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,920	$4,780	$5,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,530	$7,960	$9,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,440	$12,740	$15,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,360	$17,510	$21,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,770–$3,910

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

Portable container

$2,770–$4,080

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

Full-service mover

$6,530–$9,710

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Missoula (origin)

Dsv Road Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 30161
MC: 124692
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 421 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (406) 728-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Transfer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Montana Transfer & Storage INC

USDOT: 514197
MC: 121089
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (406) 728-8080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Lanes Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 917105
MC: 403277
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (406) 251-7198 Route Verify on FMCSA

Biketernity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3798296
MC: 1366116
Based in: Missoula, MT 59803 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (508) 864-1308 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Montana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darom LLC

USDOT: 2966913
MC: 7978
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (406) 251-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Roadside Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3331492
MC: 1061736
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 239-7596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Igor F Babak

USDOT: 1432706
MC: 541357
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (406) 531-8979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosetti Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1749270
MC: 640376
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (406) 570-2642 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Missoula

Near Edinburg (destination)

Rapid Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rapid Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1502769
MC: 564203
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 325 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (956) 702-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimex Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1970020
MC: 697365
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (956) 213-8150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spirit Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 437028
MC: 152490
Based in: San Juan, TX 78589 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 446 trucks, 218 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (956) 781-7715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2959196
MC: 3661
Based in: Alamo, TX 78516 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 324 trucks, 158 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (956) 202-0779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gec Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3127200
MC: 91149
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 843-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ang Nation Wide Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4251409
MC: 1647997
Based in: McAllen, TX 78501 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (956) 855-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mockingbird Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2882331
MC: 907975
Based in: Donna, TX 78537 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (956) 461-0475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Providence Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1803778
MC: 851622
Based in: Weslaco, TX 78599 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (956) 650-1910 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 307 movers in Edinburg

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Edinburg accordingly.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Missoula to Edinburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,610 to $3,880 for a studio, $3,920 to $5,830 for a one-bedroom, $6,530 to $9,710 for a two-bedroom, $10,440 to $15,540 for a three-bedroom and $14,360 to $21,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Edinburg from Missoula?

About 1,963 road miles (1,663 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 Montana into Texas 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 Missoula to Edinburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,770 to $3,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,770 to $4,080. 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 Missoula–Edinburg corridor.