Denton, TX

Norman, OK → Denton, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Norman to Denton

About 166 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,070–$3,080, delivery in 1–2 days, 91 carriers on the Norman side and 409 in Denton.

  • 166 miroad distance
  • 3 h 34 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,070–$3,0802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 166 miles (140 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 34 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination
409 (187 interstate)

Reverse: Denton → Norman

Denton sits about 166 miles south of Norman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oklahoma to Texas 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 $2,070 to $3,080 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 34 min.

On the Norman side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 409 around Denton (187 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 Denton.

Norman has a population of about 130,943 and Denton about 169,431. Denton is the denser city (1,451 people per square mile versus 716 in Norman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Norman to Denton

Full-service estimate for 166 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,240 $1,510 $1,850
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,070 $2,520 $3,080
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,310 $4,040 $4,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,550 $5,550 $6,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$450

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,070–$3,080

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Norman (origin)

Mark Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2858951
MC
957498
Based in
Okc, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Great Country Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1257866
MC
490991
Based in
Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Surexpress Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1398935
MC
531215
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Ball And Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2947842
MC
997948
Based in
Norman, OK 73072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Shah Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3892119
MC
1431252
Based in
Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Locke Supply Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
126365
MC
1416714
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73149 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Isa Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1445068
MC
546172
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Serenity Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2439364
MC
988784
Based in
Norman, OK 73069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 91 movers in Norman

Near Denton (destination)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
306971
MC
190464
Based in
Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
880583
MC
689082
Based in
Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2295684
MC
943303
Based in
Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1827498
MC
901612
Based in
Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3835904
MC
1393179
Based in
Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Axp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2031387
MC
723293
Based in
Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2958778
MC
3428
Based in
Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2514965
MC
872522
Based in
Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 409 movers in Denton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Norman to Denton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,240 to $1,850 for a one-bedroom, $2,070 to $3,080 for a two-bedroom, $3,310 to $4,920 for a three-bedroom and $4,550 to $6,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Denton from Norman?

About 166 road miles (140 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 34 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Oklahoma 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 Norman to Denton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Norman–Denton corridor.