Texarkana, TX → Stamford, CT · Long-distance move

Movers from Texarkana to Stamford

About 1,466 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,070–$9,030, delivery in 3–7 days, 51 carriers on the Texarkana side and 135 in Stamford.

1,466 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,070–$9,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Texarkana, Texas
To: Stamford, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 1,466 miles (1,242 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 51 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (92 interstate)

Reverse: Stamford → Texarkana

Stamford sits about 1,466 miles northeast of Texarkana, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Connecticut that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $6,070 to $9,030 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 25 hours (3 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 135 around Stamford (92 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 Stamford.

Texarkana has a population of about 37,000 and Stamford about 139,535. Stamford is the denser city (3,603 people per square mile versus 1,152 in Texarkana), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Connecticut does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Texarkana to Stamford

Full-service estimate for 1,466 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,430	$2,960	$3,610
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,640	$4,440	$5,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,070	$7,400	$9,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,710	$11,840	$14,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,350	$16,280	$19,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,110–$2,970

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

Portable container

$2,330–$3,420

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

Full-service mover

$6,070–$9,030

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 Stamford (destination)

Hendrickson Bus Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hendrickson Bus Company

USDOT: 382112
MC: 729161
Based in: Bayville, NY 11709 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhl Global Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Air Express International USA INC

USDOT: 74167
MC: 193047
Based in: Darien, CT 06820 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 102 trucks, 181 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (305) 302-3989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Veral Corp

USDOT: 292755
MC: 185639
Based in: White Plains, NY 10606 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (914) 761-2528 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Junkluggers And Luggers Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Junkluggers LLC

USDOT: 1867983
MC: 934353
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 18 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (203) 580-4829 Route Verify on FMCSA

J B And Franks Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J B Moving Services INC

USDOT: 517785
MC: 196878
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (203) 602-7979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conri Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1599349
MC: 591649
Based in: Hawthorne, NY 10532 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (914) 592-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intense Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2204625
MC: 722908
Based in: Stamford, CT 06905 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (203) 274-6554 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doran Brothers Moving & Self Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Narod INC

USDOT: 710236
MC: 358983
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (203) 328-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 135 movers in Stamford

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,430 to $3,610 for a studio, $3,640 to $5,420 for a one-bedroom, $6,070 to $9,030 for a two-bedroom, $9,710 to $14,440 for a three-bedroom and $13,350 to $19,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stamford from Texarkana?

About 1,466 road miles (1,242 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 Texas into Connecticut 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 Stamford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,110 to $2,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,330 to $3,420. 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–Stamford corridor.