Texarkana, TX → Portsmouth, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Texarkana to Portsmouth

About 1,678 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,330–$9,420, delivery in 5–10 days, 51 carriers on the Texarkana side and 51 in Portsmouth.

1,678 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,330–$9,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Texarkana, Texas
To: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 1,678 miles (1,422 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 51 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (38 interstate)

Reverse: Portsmouth → Texarkana

Moving from Texarkana to Portsmouth is a cross-country move of roughly 1,678 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to New Hampshire.

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 $6,330 to $9,420 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 29 hours (4 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 51 around Portsmouth (38 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 Portsmouth.

Texarkana has a population of about 37,000 and Portsmouth about 23,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,152 and 1,402 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Hampshire 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 Portsmouth

Full-service estimate for 1,678 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,800	$4,630	$5,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,330	$7,720	$9,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,130	$12,350	$15,060
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,920	$16,980	$20,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,280

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

Portable container

$2,520–$3,700

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

Full-service mover

$6,330–$9,420

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 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 Portsmouth (destination)

Bridges Bros Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crowded Street Holdings LLC

USDOT: 3152985
MC: 105934
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 772-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

William C Huff Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 361089
MC: 249041
Based in: Dover, NH 03820 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 335-2967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Bros Moving Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1761858
MC: 644032
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (603) 436-2725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wings-Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2519075
MC: 874927
Based in: Hampton, NH 03842 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (603) 918-3664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Movers LLC

USDOT: 1381627
MC: 532837
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (603) 379-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

McLaughlin Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 363252
MC: 74451
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 427-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Fence & Deck LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2874509
MC: 1767324
Based in: Somersworth, NH 03878 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (603) 749-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluebird Self Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bluebird Storage LLC

USDOT: 4233288
MC: 1638118
Based in: Greenland, NH 03840 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 380-9443 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Portsmouth

Tips for this move

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 Portsmouth accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,530 to $3,770 for a studio, $3,800 to $5,650 for a one-bedroom, $6,330 to $9,420 for a two-bedroom, $10,130 to $15,060 for a three-bedroom and $13,920 to $20,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portsmouth from Texarkana?

About 1,678 road miles (1,422 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 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 New Hampshire 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 Portsmouth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,520 to $3,700. 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–Portsmouth corridor.