Moab, UT

Odessa, TX → Moab, UT · Long-distance move

Movers from Odessa to Moab

About 726 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,940–$5,870, delivery in 2–5 days, 84 carriers on the Odessa side and 1 in Moab.

  • 726 miroad distance
  • 13 h 13 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,940–$5,8702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 726 miles (615 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 13 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
84 (42 interstate)
Movers at destination
1 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Moab → Odessa

Moab sits about 726 miles northwest of Odessa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Utah 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 $3,940 to $5,870 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 13 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 1 around Moab (1 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 Moab.

Odessa has a population of about 122,707 and Moab about 5,000. Odessa is considerably denser (2,239 people per square mile versus 1,118), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Utah does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Odessa to Moab

Full-service estimate for 726 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,580 $1,920 $2,350
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,370 $2,890 $3,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,940 $4,810 $5,870
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,310 $7,690 $9,390
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,670 $10,580 $12,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,050–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$3,940–$5,870

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 Odessa (origin)

To A Tee Hot Shot Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2195497
MC
761954
Based in
Odessa, TX 79761 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

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

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

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

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

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

All 84 movers in Odessa

Near Moab (destination)

Harrison Field Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
789926
MC
352774
Based in
Moab, UT 84532 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 1 movers in Moab

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Odessa to Moab?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,580 to $2,350 for a studio, $2,370 to $3,520 for a one-bedroom, $3,940 to $5,870 for a two-bedroom, $6,310 to $9,390 for a three-bedroom and $8,670 to $12,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Moab from Odessa?

About 726 road miles (615 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 13 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 Utah 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 Moab?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,050 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,450. 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–Moab corridor.