Odessa, TX → Raleigh, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Odessa to Raleigh

About 1,633 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,920–$8,810, delivery in 5–10 days, 84 carriers on the Odessa side and 739 in Raleigh.

1,633 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,920–$8,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Odessa, Texas
To: Raleigh, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,633 miles (1,384 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 84 (42 interstate)
Movers at destination: 739 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Raleigh → Odessa

Moving from Odessa to Raleigh is a cross-country move of roughly 1,633 road miles, heading east from Texas to North Carolina.

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 $5,920 to $8,810 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 28 hours (4 driving days).

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 739 around Raleigh (399 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 Raleigh.

Odessa has a population of about 122,707 and Raleigh about 506,306. Raleigh is the denser city (3,179 people per square mile versus 2,239 in Odessa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Odessa to Raleigh

Full-service estimate for 1,633 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,550	$4,330	$5,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,920	$7,220	$8,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,470	$11,550	$14,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,030	$15,890	$19,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,280–$3,220

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,640

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

Full-service mover

$5,920–$8,810

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 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 Raleigh (destination)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT: 1534531
MC: 648624
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3434201
MC: 1114105
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT: 917428
MC: 397148
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT: 2574332
MC: 935064
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3996385
MC: 1500731
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,370 to $3,520 for a studio, $3,550 to $5,290 for a one-bedroom, $5,920 to $8,810 for a two-bedroom, $9,470 to $14,100 for a three-bedroom and $13,030 to $19,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Raleigh from Odessa?

About 1,633 road miles (1,384 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Texas into North Carolina 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 Raleigh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,280 to $3,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,640. 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–Raleigh corridor.