Richardson, TX → Houston, TX · Regional long-distance move
About 276 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,520–$3,750, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 3,257 in Houston.
Moving from Richardson to Houston is a regional long-distance move of roughly 276 road miles, heading south within Texas.
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 $2,520 to $3,750 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 28 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 3,257 around Houston (1,374 interstate). For an in-state 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 Houston.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Houston about 2.4 million. The two cities have comparable density (4,177 and 3,599 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,210 | $1,470 | $1,790 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,510 | $1,850 | $2,250 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,520 | $3,080 | $3,750 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,040 | $4,920 | $6,010 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,550 | $6,770 | $8,260 |
$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.
$2,520–$3,750
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,510 to $2,250 for a one-bedroom, $2,520 to $3,750 for a two-bedroom, $4,040 to $6,010 for a three-bedroom and $5,550 to $8,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 276 road miles (234 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 28 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.
No. Because both Richardson and Houston are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
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–Houston corridor.