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

Movers from Tuscaloosa to Tyler

About 538 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,270–$4,860, delivery in 2–5 days, 80 carriers on the Tuscaloosa side and 153 in Tyler.

538 miroad distance
9 h 59 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,270–$4,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
To: Tyler, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 538 miles (456 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 59 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 80 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 153 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Tyler → Tuscaloosa

The route from Tuscaloosa, AL to Tyler, TX covers roughly 538 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 $3,270 to $4,860 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 9 h 59 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 153 around Tyler (66 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 Tyler.

Tuscaloosa has a population of about 114,316 and Tyler about 113,723. The two cities have comparable density (1,609 and 1,843 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Tyler

Full-service estimate for 538 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,310	$1,590	$1,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,960	$2,390	$2,920
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,270	$3,990	$4,860
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,230	$6,380	$7,780
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,190	$8,770	$10,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,210

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

Full-service mover

$3,270–$4,860

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

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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

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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 Tyler (destination)

Hutchinson Enterprisesllc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3233476
MC: 1014226
Based in: Tyler, TX 75702 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (321) 318-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crow Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Absolute Towing & Recovery LLC

USDOT: 1870325
MC: 702335
Based in: Lindale, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (903) 253-1307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service INC

USDOT: 3767820
MC: 1343917
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 405-5957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tilley Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3059078
MC: 54137
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (903) 714-1893 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bumblebee Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642926
MC: 921309
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (903) 530-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mitchell And Mitchell Business Services Corp

USDOT: 4203307
MC: 1621990
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 330-9169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Webber Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3379933
MC: 1084637
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 575-9726 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swann'S Furniture And Design LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4091651
MC: 1558866
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (903) 561-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 153 movers in Tyler

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,310 to $1,940 for a studio, $1,960 to $2,920 for a one-bedroom, $3,270 to $4,860 for a two-bedroom, $5,230 to $7,780 for a three-bedroom and $7,190 to $10,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tyler from Tuscaloosa?

About 538 road miles (456 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 59 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 Tyler?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,210. 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–Tyler corridor.