The Villages, FL → McAllen, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from The Villages to McAllen

About 1,194 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,100–$7,590, delivery in 3–7 days, 240 carriers on the The Villages side and 357 in McAllen.

1,194 miroad distance
21 h 17 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,100–$7,5902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: The Villages, Florida
To: McAllen, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,194 miles (1,012 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 17 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 240 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination: 357 (213 interstate)

Reverse: McAllen → The Villages

McAllen sits about 1,194 miles west of The Villages, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Texas 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 $5,100 to $7,590 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 21 h 17 min.

On the The Villages side there are 240 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 357 around McAllen (213 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 McAllen.

The Villages has a population of about 85,000 and McAllen about 150,640. The two cities have comparable density (2,422 and 2,283 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from The Villages to McAllen

Full-service estimate for 1,194 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,490	$3,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,060	$3,730	$4,560
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,100	$6,220	$7,590
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,170	$9,960	$12,150
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,230	$13,690	$16,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,680–$2,370

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

Portable container

$2,090–$3,070

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

Full-service mover

$5,100–$7,590

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 The Villages (origin)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4581369
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2544769
MC: 9962
Based in: Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (352) 430-7393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT: 2453857
MC: 877088
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1954847
MC: 694166
Based in: Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (407) 509-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610741
MC: 1444640
Based in: Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (786) 838-7329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3794613
MC: 1363449
Based in: Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (352) 459-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3270292
MC: 1032289
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (786) 216-8149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2017545
MC: 1452714
Based in: The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (231) 360-4474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 240 movers in The Villages

Near McAllen (destination)

Rapid Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rapid Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1502769
MC: 564203
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 325 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (956) 702-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimex Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1970020
MC: 697365
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (956) 213-8150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spirit Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 437028
MC: 152490
Based in: San Juan, TX 78589 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 446 trucks, 218 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (956) 781-7715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2959196
MC: 3661
Based in: Alamo, TX 78516 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 324 trucks, 158 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (956) 202-0779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Premier 1 Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3187957
MC: 303464
Based in: Hidalgo, TX 78557 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 146 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 213-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msf Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1930892
MC: 714680
Based in: Hidalgo, TX 78557 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (956) 800-4473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gec Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3127200
MC: 91149
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 843-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ang Nation Wide Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4251409
MC: 1647997
Based in: McAllen, TX 78501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (956) 855-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 357 movers in McAllen

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in McAllen if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from The Villages to McAllen?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,040 for a studio, $3,060 to $4,560 for a one-bedroom, $5,100 to $7,590 for a two-bedroom, $8,170 to $12,150 for a three-bedroom and $11,230 to $16,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is McAllen from The Villages?

About 1,194 road miles (1,012 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 17 min.

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 Florida into Texas 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 The Villages to McAllen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,680 to $2,370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,090 to $3,070. 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 The Villages–McAllen corridor.