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Tucson, AZ → Arlington, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Tucson to Arlington

About 946 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,490–$6,680, delivery in 2–5 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 1,724 in Arlington.

  • 946 miroad distance
  • 17 h 1 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,490–$6,6802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 946 miles (802 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 1 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,724 (721 interstate)

Reverse: Arlington → Tucson

Moving from Tucson to Arlington is a long-distance move of roughly 946 road miles, heading east from Arizona to Texas.

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 $4,490 to $6,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 1 min.

On the Tucson side there are 212 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,724 around Arlington (721 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 Arlington.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Arlington about 402,134. Arlington is the denser city (4,111 people per square mile versus 2,252 in Tucson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tucson to Arlington

Full-service estimate for 946 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,800 $2,190 $2,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,690 $3,280 $4,010
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,490 $5,470 $6,680
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,180 $8,760 $10,690
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,880 $12,040 $14,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,420–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,740

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

Full-service mover

$4,490–$6,680

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Tucson, AZ → Arlington, TX. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Tucson (origin)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4151097
MC
1593569
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (480) 519-3779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2901058
MC
975882
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (520) 807-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3984724
MC
1493048
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (520) 585-7053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240099
MC
176034
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (520) 624-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376259
MC
815702
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (520) 349-9257 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1535483
MC
571698
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (520) 834-2749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2471491
MC
852728
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (520) 906-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1159610
MC
478351
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (520) 977-8454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Arlington (destination)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
160955
MC
180584
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT
1836511
MC
665731
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT
822809
MC
364675
Based in
Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1986353
MC
703067
Based in
North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT
1018527
MC
427093
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3508894
MC
1160787
Based in
Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927239
MC
987973
Based in
Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3977236
MC
1488003
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Arlington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,670 for a studio, $2,690 to $4,010 for a one-bedroom, $4,490 to $6,680 for a two-bedroom, $7,180 to $10,690 for a three-bedroom and $9,880 to $14,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arlington from Tucson?

About 946 road miles (802 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Arizona 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 Tucson to Arlington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,740. 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 Tucson–Arlington corridor.