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Lake Charles, LA

Odessa, TX → Lake Charles, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Odessa to Lake Charles

About 652 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,590–$5,340, delivery in 2–5 days, 84 carriers on the Odessa side and 25 in Lake Charles.

  • 652 miroad distance
  • 11 h 57 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,590–$5,3402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 652 miles (553 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 57 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
84 (42 interstate)
Movers at destination
25 (18 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Charles → Odessa

Lake Charles sits about 652 miles east of Odessa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Louisiana 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 $3,590 to $5,340 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 11 h 57 min.

On the Odessa side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (42 of them authorized for interstate work), and 25 around Lake Charles (18 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 Lake Charles.

Odessa has a population of about 122,707 and Lake Charles about 80,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,239 and 1,788 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Odessa to Lake Charles

Full-service estimate for 652 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,440 $1,750 $2,140
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,150 $2,630 $3,210
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,590 $4,380 $5,340
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,740 $7,010 $8,550
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,900 $9,630 $11,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$970–$1,370

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

Portable container

$1,600–$2,360

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

Full-service mover

$3,590–$5,340

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 Odessa (origin)

To A Tee Hot Shot Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Henry Corporation

USDOT
2195497
MC
761954
Based in
Odessa, TX 79761 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (432) 770-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flash Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3234824
MC
1084110
Based in
Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (432) 316-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

USDOT
1790390
MC
779115
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (5 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 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hulk Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3194237
MC
139812
Based in
Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (432) 257-7439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rw Logistics And Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2531647
MC
879835
Based in
Odessa, TX 79766 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (682) 206-4162 Route Verify on FMCSA

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327757
MC
1071482
Based in
Midland, TX 79707 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northmen Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3542877
MC
1183565
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Odessa

Near Lake Charles (destination)

Lake City Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: James G Gobert INC

USDOT
319385
MC
211234
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (337) 494-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lake Charles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbl Jones LLC

USDOT
2944986
MC
996676
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (337) 656-4938 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pappillion Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1227886
MC
485326
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (337) 494-3894 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Express Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
7409267
MC
97081033
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (337) 730-1207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drive Max Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4284072
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70601 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (225) 371-8581 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dredging Contractor Firm

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mike Hooks LLC

USDOT
107462
Based in
Westlake, LA 70669 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (337) 436-6693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fmtransport11 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3156355
MC
108062
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (337) 499-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

J K Malveaux Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3686835
MC
1284622
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 802-0370 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Lake Charles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Odessa to Lake Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,440 to $2,140 for a studio, $2,150 to $3,210 for a one-bedroom, $3,590 to $5,340 for a two-bedroom, $5,740 to $8,550 for a three-bedroom and $7,900 to $11,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Charles from Odessa?

About 652 road miles (553 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 57 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 Louisiana 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 Odessa to Lake Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $970 to $1,370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,600 to $2,360. 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 Odessa–Lake Charles corridor.