Texarkana, TX → Bellingham, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Texarkana to Bellingham

About 2,124 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,290–$10,850, delivery in 5–10 days, 51 carriers on the Texarkana side and 97 in Bellingham.

2,124 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,290–$10,8502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Texarkana, Texas
To: Bellingham, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,124 miles (1,800 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 51 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 97 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Bellingham → Texarkana

Moving from Texarkana to Bellingham is a cross-country move of roughly 2,124 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to Washington.

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 $7,290 to $10,850 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 37 hours (5 driving days).

On the Texarkana side there are 51 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 97 around Bellingham (50 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 Bellingham.

Texarkana has a population of about 37,000 and Bellingham about 95,000. Bellingham is the denser city (3,244 people per square mile versus 1,152 in Texarkana), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Texarkana to Bellingham

Full-service estimate for 2,124 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,920	$3,560	$4,340
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,380	$5,340	$6,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,290	$8,890	$10,850
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,670	$14,230	$17,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,040	$19,570	$23,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,930–$4,140

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

Portable container

$2,920–$4,290

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

Full-service mover

$7,290–$10,850

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

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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 Texarkana (origin)

Livingston Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2862306
MC: 959216
Based in: Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (903) 832-5373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Texarkana Sugar Hill INC

USDOT: 776808
MC: 347874
Based in: Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (903) 223-0102 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Warehousing & Distribution Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 876909
MC: 383490
Based in: Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (903) 832-8144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dean Farms INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2454479
Based in: Texarkana, AR 71854 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (903) 748-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calirida Freight Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Handyman'S Wife Cleaning LLC

USDOT: 8830213
MC: 74344793
Based in: Texarkana, TX 75503 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (575) 309-3203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shur-Flow Plumbing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shur-Flow Services INC

USDOT: 495694
MC: 264355
Based in: Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (903) 794-3569 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Mobile Homes LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539432
MC: 1801208
Based in: Texarkana, TX 75501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (903) 490-1075 Route Verify on FMCSA

Powerhaul Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927497
MC: 988101
Based in: Texarkana, AR 71854 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 299-0556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Texarkana

Near Bellingham (destination)

Dulay Holding Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1568244
MC: 454925
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (360) 734-6755 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2209719
MC: 837772
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98225 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (360) 988-1631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nw Shippers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nw Shippers INC

USDOT: 1202083
MC: 518919
Based in: Ferndale, WA 98248 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (360) 384-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swans Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 368177
MC: 438612
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (360) 734-0540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 8277
MC: 134512
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (360) 733-4232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farm Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2005730
MC: 755646
Based in: Ferndale, WA 98248 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 305-5148 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crabtree Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brent Crabtree

USDOT: 957886
MC: 1336108
Based in: Everson, WA 98247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (360) 820-9085 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On Time Transportation INC

USDOT: 2568146
MC: 897110
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98225 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (650) 777-7207 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 97 movers in Bellingham

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Bellingham accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Texarkana to Bellingham?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,920 to $4,340 for a studio, $4,380 to $6,510 for a one-bedroom, $7,290 to $10,850 for a two-bedroom, $11,670 to $17,360 for a three-bedroom and $16,040 to $23,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bellingham from Texarkana?

About 2,124 road miles (1,800 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Washington 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 Texarkana to Bellingham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,930 to $4,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,920 to $4,290. 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 Texarkana–Bellingham corridor.