Rochester, NY

Sherman, TX → Rochester, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Sherman to Rochester

About 1,437 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,280–$9,340, delivery in 3–7 days, 41 carriers on the Sherman side and 306 in Rochester.

  • 1,437 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,280–$9,3402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,437 miles (1,218 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
41 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
306 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Sherman

The route from Sherman, TX to Rochester, NY covers roughly 1,437 miles by road, a northeast-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 $6,280 to $9,340 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 306 around Rochester (95 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 Rochester.

Sherman has a population of about 50,000 and Rochester about 206,108. Rochester is the denser city (5,903 people per square mile versus 940 in Sherman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sherman to Rochester

Full-service estimate for 1,437 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,510 $3,060 $3,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,770 $4,590 $5,600
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,280 $7,660 $9,340
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,040 $12,250 $14,940
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,810 $16,840 $20,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,080–$2,930

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

Portable container

$2,300–$3,390

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

Full-service mover

$6,280–$9,340

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Sherman, TX → Rochester, NY. 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

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

Two Men And A Truck 0715

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

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

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

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

A Sharp Moving Company

Licensed interstate
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

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

All 41 movers in Sherman

Near Rochester (destination)

US Commercial Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858362
MC
663221
Based in
Rochester, NY 14621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
301 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Wegmans Food Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
185452
MC
152450
Based in
Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
216 trucks, 387 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Custom Courier Solutions INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1612855
Based in
Rochester, NY 14606 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Cargo Transit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2346265
MC
802875
Based in
Rochester, NY 14626 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Falcon Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363517
MC
810160
Based in
Rochester, NY 14613 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Amj Home Delivery

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4058921
MC
1539704
Based in
Rochester, NY 14623 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Sheridan Brothers Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1203584
MC
489094
Based in
Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Juan C Medina DBA Rogue Logistic

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3428666
MC
1110266
Based in
Rochester, NY 14616 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 306 movers in Rochester

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,510 to $3,740 for a studio, $3,770 to $5,600 for a one-bedroom, $6,280 to $9,340 for a two-bedroom, $10,040 to $14,940 for a three-bedroom and $13,810 to $20,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Sherman?

About 1,437 road miles (1,218 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 New York 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 Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,080 to $2,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,300 to $3,390. 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–Rochester corridor.