St. Louis, MO → Plano, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from St. Louis to Plano

About 626 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,550–$5,280, delivery in 2–5 days, 645 carriers on the St. Louis side and 1,562 in Plano.

626 miroad distance
11 h 30 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,550–$5,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: St. Louis, Missouri
To: Plano, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 626 miles (530 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 30 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 645 (464 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,562 (674 interstate)

Reverse: Plano → St. Louis

Plano sits about 626 miles southwest of St. Louis, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to Texas that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $3,550 to $5,280 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 11 h 30 min.

On the St. Louis side there are 645 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (464 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,562 around Plano (674 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 Plano.

St. Louis has a population of about 278,144 and Plano about 293,028. The two cities have comparable density (4,888 and 3,982 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from St. Louis to Plano

Full-service estimate for 626 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,420	$1,730	$2,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,130	$2,600	$3,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,550	$4,330	$5,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,680	$6,920	$8,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,800	$9,520	$11,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,330

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

Portable container

$1,580–$2,320

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

Full-service mover

$3,550–$5,280

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 St. Louis (origin)

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1808215
MC: 657151
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Itf LLC

USDOT: 2096411
MC: 731267
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (314) 695-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hogan Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 1137660
MC: 458854
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (314) 813-2777 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: United Van Lines LLC

USDOT: 77949
MC: 67234
Based in: Fenton, MO 63026 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,731 trucks, 3,424 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (636) 305-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aero Mayflower Transit Company

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mayflower Transit LLC

USDOT: 125563
Based in: Fenton, MO 63026 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 769 trucks, 1,472 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (636) 305-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hoffmann Brothers

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4305016
MC: 1677181
Based in: Saint Louis, MO 63144 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 292 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (314) 281-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trekker

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trekker Logistics LLC

USDOT: 146458
MC: 146209
Based in: Caseyville, IL 62232 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 623-0057 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Express & Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1507798
MC: 565492
Based in: Saint Louis, MO 63147 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 157 trucks, 157 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (314) 544-7475 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in St. Louis

Near Plano (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Talento Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3841225
MC: 1405142
Based in: Frisco, TX 75078 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 119 trucks, 159 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (214) 843-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Transfer & Storage Company INC - Armstrong Relocation

USDOT: 449294
MC: 516299
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (972) 242-0511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mnm Carrier Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3552598
MC: 1190342
Based in: Allen, TX 75013 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 613-0263 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,562 movers in Plano

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from St. Louis to Plano?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,420 to $2,110 for a studio, $2,130 to $3,170 for a one-bedroom, $3,550 to $5,280 for a two-bedroom, $5,680 to $8,440 for a three-bedroom and $7,800 to $11,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Plano from St. Louis?

About 626 road miles (530 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 30 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 Missouri 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 St. Louis to Plano?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,320. 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 St. Louis–Plano corridor.