Dallas, TX

Rockford, IL → Dallas, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Rockford to Dallas

About 918 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,490–$6,670, delivery in 2–5 days, 120 carriers on the Rockford side and 3,665 in Dallas.

  • 918 miroad distance
  • 16 h 32 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,490–$6,6702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 918 miles (778 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 32 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
120 (85 interstate)
Movers at destination
3,665 (1,566 interstate)

Reverse: Dallas → Rockford

The route from Rockford, IL to Dallas, TX covers roughly 918 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the 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 $4,490 to $6,670 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 32 min.

On the Rockford side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (85 of them authorized for interstate work), and 3,665 around Dallas (1,566 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 Dallas.

Rockford has a population of about 147,384 and Dallas about 1.3 million. Dallas is the denser city (3,841 people per square mile versus 2,305 in Rockford), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Rockford to Dallas

Full-service estimate for 918 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,790 $2,190 $2,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,690 $3,280 $4,000
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,490 $5,470 $6,670
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,180 $8,750 $10,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,870 $12,030 $14,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,390–$1,970

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

Portable container

$1,840–$2,700

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

Full-service mover

$4,490–$6,670

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Rockford (origin)

Cmn Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1505243
MC
641341
Based in
Belvidere, IL 61008 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Two Men And A Trucknorthern Illinois

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1822310
MC
655586
Based in
Loves Park, IL 61111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Nelly'S Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2875835
MC
965018
Based in
Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Mega Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2058233
MC
720327
Based in
Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Express America Of Rockford INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
633271
MC
299681
Based in
Rockford, IL 61009 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Watson Septic INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
598474
MC
798275
Based in
Davis Junction, IL 61020 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Todd Special Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
725998
MC
332256
Based in
Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Lex Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3754628
MC
1334231
Based in
Rockford, IL 61107 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 120 movers in Rockford

Near Dallas (destination)

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3300318
MC
1046672
Based in
Dallas, TX 75226 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
79466
MC
150578
Based in
Dallas, TX 75227 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
822809
MC
364675
Based in
Dallas, TX 75211 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
160955
MC
180584
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2545275
MC
284464
Based in
Carrollton, TX 75006 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2316812
MC
790902
Based in
Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2475440
MC
856231
Based in
Dallas, TX 75247 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6172104
Based in
Dallas, TX 75247 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All 3,665 movers in Dallas

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rockford to Dallas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,790 to $2,670 for a studio, $2,690 to $4,000 for a one-bedroom, $4,490 to $6,670 for a two-bedroom, $7,180 to $10,680 for a three-bedroom and $9,870 to $14,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dallas from Rockford?

About 918 road miles (778 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Illinois into Texas 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 Rockford to Dallas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,700. 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 Rockford–Dallas corridor.