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Lake Charles, LA

Sherman, TX → Lake Charles, LA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Sherman to Lake Charles

About 366 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,770–$4,120, delivery in 1–3 days, 41 carriers on the Sherman side and 25 in Lake Charles.

  • 366 miroad distance
  • 7 h 1 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,770–$4,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 366 miles (310 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 1 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
41 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
25 (18 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Charles → Sherman

The route from Sherman, TX to Lake Charles, LA covers roughly 366 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,770 to $4,120 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 1 min.

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 25 around Lake Charles (18 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 Lake Charles.

Sherman has a population of about 50,000 and Lake Charles about 80,000. Lake Charles is the denser city (1,788 people per square mile versus 940 in Sherman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sherman to Lake Charles

Full-service estimate for 366 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,750
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,660 $2,030 $2,470
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,770 $3,380 $4,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,430 $5,400 $6,590
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,090 $7,430 $9,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$740

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,980

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

Full-service mover

$2,770–$4,120

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Sherman, TX → Lake Charles, LA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 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 Lake Charles (destination)

Lake City Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: James G Gobert INC

USDOT
319385
MC
211234
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (337) 494-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lake Charles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbl Jones LLC

USDOT
2944986
MC
996676
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (337) 656-4938 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pappillion Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1227886
MC
485326
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (337) 494-3894 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Express Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
7409267
MC
97081033
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (337) 730-1207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drive Max Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4284072
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70601 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (225) 371-8581 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dredging Contractor Firm

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mike Hooks LLC

USDOT
107462
Based in
Westlake, LA 70669 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (337) 436-6693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fmtransport11 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3156355
MC
108062
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (337) 499-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

J K Malveaux Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3686835
MC
1284622
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 802-0370 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Lake Charles

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Other origins to Lake Charles

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sherman to Lake Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,660 to $2,470 for a one-bedroom, $2,770 to $4,120 for a two-bedroom, $4,430 to $6,590 for a three-bedroom and $6,090 to $9,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Charles from Sherman?

About 366 road miles (310 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

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.

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

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,980. 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–Lake Charles corridor.