Sterling Heights, MI → Richardson, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Sterling Heights to Richardson

About 1,177 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,940–$7,340, delivery in 3–7 days, 754 carriers on the Sterling Heights side and 1,078 in Richardson.

1,177 miroad distance
21 hdriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,940–$7,3402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sterling Heights, Michigan
To: Richardson, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,177 miles (997 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 754 (308 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,078 (453 interstate)

Reverse: Richardson → Sterling Heights

Moving from Sterling Heights to Richardson is a long-distance move of roughly 1,177 road miles, heading southwest from Michigan to Texas.

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 $4,940 to $7,340 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 21 h.

On the Sterling Heights side there are 754 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (308 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,078 around Richardson (453 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 Richardson.

Sterling Heights has a population of about 133,931 and Richardson about 118,542. The two cities have comparable density (3,691 and 4,177 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 Sterling Heights to Richardson

Full-service estimate for 1,177 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,970	$2,410	$2,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,960	$3,610	$4,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,940	$6,020	$7,340
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,900	$9,630	$11,750
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,860	$13,240	$16,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,340

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,040

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

Full-service mover

$4,940–$7,340

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 Sterling Heights (origin)

Priority Waste

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Priority Waste LLC

USDOT: 3097519
Based in: Clinton Township, MI 48038 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 859 trucks, 682 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 228-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1162977
MC: 468507
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3171509
MC: 118718
Based in: Warren, MI 48093 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

McClay Transportation USA LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2465324
MC: 852043
Based in: Harrison Township, MI 48045 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 96 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (810) 533-8989 Route Verify on FMCSA

General Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1556061
MC: 578193
Based in: Warren, MI 48091 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (866) 943-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistic One LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1339068
MC: 515593
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (586) 775-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mra

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mobility Resource Associates INC

USDOT: 896198
MC: 196605
Based in: Madison Heights, MI 48071 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (248) 629-2929 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 754 movers in Sterling Heights

Near Richardson (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

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (6 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,078 movers in Richardson

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Richardson if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sterling Heights to Richardson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,970 to $2,940 for a studio, $2,960 to $4,410 for a one-bedroom, $4,940 to $7,340 for a two-bedroom, $7,900 to $11,750 for a three-bedroom and $10,860 to $16,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richardson from Sterling Heights?

About 1,177 road miles (997 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h.

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 Michigan 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 Sterling Heights to Richardson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,040. 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 Sterling Heights–Richardson corridor.