Richardson, TX → Hot Springs, AR · Regional long-distance move
About 277 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,420–$3,610, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 27 in Hot Springs.
The route from Richardson, TX to Hot Springs, AR covers roughly 277 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $2,420 to $3,610 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 29 min.
On the Richardson side there are 1,078 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (453 of them authorized for interstate work), and 27 around Hot Springs (14 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 Hot Springs.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Hot Springs about 38,000. Richardson is considerably denser (4,177 people per square mile versus 1,010), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Arkansas than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Arkansas does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,160 | $1,410 | $1,720 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,450 | $1,770 | $2,160 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,420 | $2,960 | $3,610 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,880 | $4,730 | $5,770 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,330 | $6,500 | $7,930 |
$430–$610
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,270–$1,860
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,420–$3,610
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Richardson, TX → Hot Springs, AR. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,160 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,450 to $2,160 for a one-bedroom, $2,420 to $3,610 for a two-bedroom, $3,880 to $5,770 for a three-bedroom and $5,330 to $7,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 277 road miles (235 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 29 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Arkansas 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,860. 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.
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 Richardson–Hot Springs corridor.