Surprise, AZ → Denton, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Surprise to Denton

About 1,041 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,720–$7,030, delivery in 3–7 days, 435 carriers on the Surprise side and 409 in Denton.

1,041 miroad distance
18 h 39 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,720–$7,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Surprise, Arizona
To: Denton, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,041 miles (882 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 39 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 435 (213 interstate)
Movers at destination: 409 (187 interstate)

Reverse: Denton → Surprise

Moving from Surprise to Denton is a long-distance move of roughly 1,041 road miles, heading east from Arizona 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 $4,720 to $7,030 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 18 h 39 min.

On the Surprise side there are 435 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (213 of them authorized for interstate work), and 409 around Denton (187 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 Denton.

Surprise has a population of about 175,304 and Denton about 169,431. The two cities have comparable density (1,298 and 1,451 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 Surprise to Denton

Full-service estimate for 1,041 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,890	$2,300	$2,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,830	$3,460	$4,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,720	$5,760	$7,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,560	$9,220	$11,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,390	$12,680	$15,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$4,720–$7,030

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Surprise (origin)

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1580995
MC: 687455
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1440220
MC: 544203
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT: 3510559
MC: 1161846
Based in: Peoria, AZ 85382 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (602) 451-2737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3553372
MC: 1190836
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kb1 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1772440
MC: 647173
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (623) 694-3563 Route Verify on FMCSA

Profi Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1747913
MC: 639931
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (623) 229-6106 Route Verify on FMCSA

Copperstate Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2132766
MC: 795339
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85395 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (623) 205-9910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guazzo Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2798835
MC: 938349
Based in: Wittmann, AZ 85361 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (623) 326-2828 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 435 movers in Surprise

Near Denton (destination)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 306971
MC: 190464
Based in: Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (940) 600-4831 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 880583
MC: 689082
Based in: Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 383-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cwl Services LLC

USDOT: 2295684
MC: 943303
Based in: Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (972) 953-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1827498
MC: 901612
Based in: Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (214) 477-4762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3835904
MC: 1393179
Based in: Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (817) 825-9704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amoun Express LLC

USDOT: 2031387
MC: 723293
Based in: Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (972) 740-5088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2958778
MC: 3428
Based in: Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2514965
MC: 872522
Based in: Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (817) 528-7765 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 409 movers in Denton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Surprise to Denton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,890 to $2,810 for a studio, $2,830 to $4,220 for a one-bedroom, $4,720 to $7,030 for a two-bedroom, $7,560 to $11,250 for a three-bedroom and $10,390 to $15,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Denton from Surprise?

About 1,041 road miles (882 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 39 min.

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 Arizona 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 Surprise to Denton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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 Surprise–Denton corridor.