Richardson, TX → Lafayette, LA · Regional long-distance move
About 396 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,870–$4,270, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 91 in Lafayette.
Moving from Richardson to Lafayette is a regional long-distance move of roughly 396 road miles, heading southeast from Texas to Louisiana.
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 $2,870 to $4,270 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 7 h 32 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 91 around Lafayette (59 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 Lafayette.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Lafayette about 123,311. Richardson is considerably denser (4,177 people per square mile versus 2,175), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Louisiana 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 | $1,170 | $1,430 | $1,750 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,720 | $2,100 | $2,560 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,870 | $3,500 | $4,270 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,600 | $5,600 | $6,840 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,320 | $7,710 | $9,400 |
$560–$790
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,370–$2,020
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,870–$4,270
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 $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,720 to $2,560 for a one-bedroom, $2,870 to $4,270 for a two-bedroom, $4,600 to $6,840 for a three-bedroom and $6,320 to $9,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 396 road miles (335 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 32 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 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,020. 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–Lafayette corridor.