Texarkana, TX → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Texarkana to Hilo

About 4,524 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $12,130–$18,040, delivery in 7–14 days, 51 carriers on the Texarkana side and 19 in Hilo.

4,524 miroad distance
78 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$12,130–$18,0402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Texarkana, Texas
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 4,524 miles (3,834 straight-line)
Drive time: 78 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 51 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Texarkana

Moving from Texarkana to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 4,524 road miles, heading west from Texas to Hawaii.

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 $12,130 to $18,040 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 78 hours (9 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 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Texarkana has a population of about 37,000 and Hilo about 45,000. Texarkana is considerably denser (1,152 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Texarkana to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 4,524 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,850	$5,910	$7,220
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,280	$8,870	$10,820
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$12,130	$14,790	$18,040
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$19,400	$23,660	$28,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$26,680	$32,530	$39,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$6,300–$8,890

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

Portable container

$5,060–$7,440

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

Full-service mover

$12,130–$18,040

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 Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,850 to $7,220 for a studio, $7,280 to $10,820 for a one-bedroom, $12,130 to $18,040 for a two-bedroom, $19,400 to $28,860 for a three-bedroom and $26,680 to $39,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Texarkana?

About 4,524 road miles (3,834 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 78 hours (9 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Hawaii 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 Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $6,300 to $8,890 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $5,060 to $7,440. 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–Hilo corridor.