Sherman, TX → Carrollton, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from Sherman to Carrollton

About 55 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,250–$1,860, delivery in 1–2 days, 41 carriers on the Sherman side and 976 in Carrollton.

55 miroad distance
1 h 39 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,250–$1,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sherman, Texas
To: Carrollton, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 55 miles (47 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 41 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 976 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Carrollton → Sherman

Moving from Sherman to Carrollton is a short-haul move of roughly 55 road miles, heading south within Texas.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 39 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,250 and $1,860, before packing or storage.

On the Sherman side there are 41 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 976 around Carrollton (399 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 Carrollton.

Sherman has a population of about 50,000 and Carrollton about 134,562. Carrollton is the denser city (3,636 people per square mile versus 940 in Sherman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Sherman to Carrollton

Full-service estimate for 55 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$690	$840	$1,020
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$790	$960	$1,180
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,250	$1,520	$1,860
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,810	$3,430	$4,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,250–$1,860

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Sherman (origin)

Bi-Lo Wholesale INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694488
MC: 1243420
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (903) 465-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goodwill Industries Of Northeast Texas INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1498622
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (903) 893-3145 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck 0715

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ezway Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 4283606
MC: 1665593
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 771-4153 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Camp Trucking &transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4399824
MC: 1726954
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (903) 819-9668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firemen Movers Dfw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3970569
MC: 1483574
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (903) 357-7011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quick Drop Transit Qdt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4476964
MC: 1770464
Based in: Howe, TX 75459 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (214) 471-9245 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Sharp Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Meshel (shelly) Lewis

USDOT: 1291990
MC: 507910
Based in: Pottsboro, TX 75076 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (903) 786-2321 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Moving And Transport

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3549142
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 209-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Sherman

Near Carrollton (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Design Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Design Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 486924
MC: 246474
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (214) 688-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3491000
MC: 1155002
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (678) 914-5010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Texas INC

USDOT: 1038245
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dallas Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2638632
MC: 919255
Based in: Grapevine, TX 76051 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (214) 244-6846 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 976 movers in Carrollton

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Sherman and Carrollton is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Carrollton with daylight to spare.
Check Texas intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

Near Sherman

Near Carrollton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sherman to Carrollton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $690 to $1,020 for a studio, $790 to $1,180 for a one-bedroom, $1,250 to $1,860 for a two-bedroom, $1,900 to $2,830 for a three-bedroom and $2,810 to $4,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carrollton from Sherman?

About 55 road miles (47 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Sherman and Carrollton 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Sherman to Carrollton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Sherman–Carrollton corridor.