Texarkana, TX → Carrollton, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Texarkana to Carrollton

About 195 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,240–$3,330, delivery in 1–2 days, 51 carriers on the Texarkana side and 976 in Carrollton.

195 miroad distance
4 h 4 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,240–$3,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Texarkana, Texas
To: Carrollton, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 195 miles (166 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 4 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 51 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 976 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Carrollton → Texarkana

The route from Texarkana, TX to Carrollton, TX covers roughly 195 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,240 to $3,330 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 4 min.

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 976 around Carrollton (399 interstate). For an in-state 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 Carrollton.

Texarkana has a population of about 37,000 and Carrollton about 134,562. Carrollton is the denser city (3,636 people per square mile versus 1,152 in Texarkana), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Texarkana to Carrollton

Full-service estimate for 195 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,340	$1,640	$2,000
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,240	$2,730	$3,330
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,580	$4,360	$5,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,920	$6,000	$7,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$490

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

Portable container

$1,190–$1,760

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

Full-service mover

$2,240–$3,330

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

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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 Carrollton (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Design Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Design Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 486924
MC: 246474
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (214) 688-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3491000
MC: 1155002
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (678) 914-5010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Texas INC

USDOT: 1038245
Based in: Coppell, TX 75019 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dallas Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2638632
MC: 919255
Based in: Grapevine, TX 76051 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (214) 244-6846 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 976 movers in Carrollton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,340 to $2,000 for a one-bedroom, $2,240 to $3,330 for a two-bedroom, $3,580 to $5,320 for a three-bedroom and $4,920 to $7,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carrollton from Texarkana?

About 195 road miles (166 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Texarkana and Carrollton are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Texarkana to Carrollton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,760. 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–Carrollton corridor.