Richardson, TX → Portland, ME · Cross-country move
About 1,895 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,490–$9,650, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 113 in Portland.
The route from Richardson, TX to Portland, ME covers roughly 1,895 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,490 to $9,650 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 33 hours (4 driving days).
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 113 around Portland (63 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 Portland.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Portland about 69,000. Richardson is considerably denser (4,177 people per square mile versus 3,176), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Maine 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 | $2,590 | $3,160 | $3,860 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,890 | $4,750 | $5,790 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,490 | $7,910 | $9,650 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $10,380 | $12,660 | $15,440 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $14,270 | $17,400 | $21,230 |
$2,700–$3,810
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,710–$3,990
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,490–$9,650
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Richardson, TX → Portland, ME. 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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Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,590 to $3,860 for a studio, $3,890 to $5,790 for a one-bedroom, $6,490 to $9,650 for a two-bedroom, $10,380 to $15,440 for a three-bedroom and $14,270 to $21,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,895 road miles (1,606 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Maine 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 $2,700 to $3,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,710 to $3,990. 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–Portland corridor.