Tuscaloosa, AL → Arlington, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Tuscaloosa to Arlington

About 658 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,550–$5,280, delivery in 2–5 days, 80 carriers on the Tuscaloosa side and 1,724 in Arlington.

658 miroad distance
12 h 3 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,550–$5,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
To: Arlington, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 658 miles (557 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 3 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 80 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,724 (721 interstate)

Reverse: Arlington → Tuscaloosa

The route from Tuscaloosa, AL to Arlington, TX covers roughly 658 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,550 to $5,280 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 12 h 3 min.

On the Tuscaloosa side there are 80 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 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.

Tuscaloosa has a population of about 114,316 and Arlington about 402,134. Arlington is the denser city (4,111 people per square mile versus 1,609 in Tuscaloosa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tuscaloosa to Arlington

Full-service estimate for 658 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,420	$1,730	$2,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,130	$2,600	$3,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,550	$4,330	$5,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,680	$6,920	$8,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,810	$9,520	$11,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,380

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,360

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

Full-service mover

$3,550–$5,280

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 Tuscaloosa (origin)

Awesome Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357625
MC: 1704689
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10,014 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 413-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Tuscaloosa

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jst INC

USDOT: 1310877
MC: 652647
Based in: Northport, AL 35473 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (205) 247-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brittain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 362876
MC: 214146
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (205) 345-0115 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Wrecker Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbs Leasing LLC

USDOT: 911424
MC: 606283
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (205) 345-5511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3060563
MC: 72972907
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (205) 826-5463 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Alabama Postal Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 301906
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2348521
MC: 803764
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 764-0499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grs Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4492165
MC: 1775920
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 534-2027 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Tuscaloosa

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

Tips for this move

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 Arlington if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,420 to $2,110 for a studio, $2,130 to $3,170 for a one-bedroom, $3,550 to $5,280 for a two-bedroom, $5,680 to $8,450 for a three-bedroom and $7,810 to $11,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arlington from Tuscaloosa?

About 658 road miles (557 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 3 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 Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa to Arlington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,360. 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 Tuscaloosa–Arlington corridor.