Fort Wayne, IN

Tyler, TX → Fort Wayne, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Tyler to Fort Wayne

About 975 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,380–$6,510, delivery in 2–5 days, 153 carriers on the Tyler side and 197 in Fort Wayne.

  • 975 miroad distance
  • 17 h 31 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,380–$6,5102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 975 miles (826 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 31 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
153 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination
197 (147 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Wayne → Tyler

The route from Tyler, TX to Fort Wayne, IN covers roughly 975 miles by road, a northeast-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 $4,380 to $6,510 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 31 min.

On the Tyler side there are 153 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 197 around Fort Wayne (147 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 Fort Wayne.

Tyler has a population of about 113,723 and Fort Wayne about 275,203. The two cities have comparable density (1,843 and 2,384 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Indiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tyler to Fort Wayne

Full-service estimate for 975 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,750 $2,140 $2,610
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,630 $3,200 $3,910
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,380 $5,340 $6,510
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,010 $8,540 $10,420
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,630 $11,750 $14,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,050

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$4,380–$6,510

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 Tyler (origin)

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

Crow Services

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

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

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

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

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

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

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

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

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

All 153 movers in Tyler

Near Fort Wayne (destination)

North American Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
70851
Based in
Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,333 trucks, 1,357 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Allied Van Lines INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
76235
Based in
Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,056 trucks, 1,944 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Machine And Cargo Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4572743
MC
1819133
Based in
Fort Wayne, IN 46806 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88,001 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Jat Of Fort Wayne INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
261423
MC
163876
Based in
Fort Wayne, IN 46825 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Krystal Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1998214
MC
705820
Based in
Fort Wayne, IN 46815 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
101 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Kaufman Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
354774
MC
280138
Based in
Grabill, IN 46741 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Balkan Xpedited INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2454881
MC
847694
Based in
Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Blue Eagle Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1226040
MC
793371
Based in
Ft Wayne, IN 46803 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All 197 movers in Fort Wayne

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tyler to Fort Wayne?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,750 to $2,610 for a studio, $2,630 to $3,910 for a one-bedroom, $4,380 to $6,510 for a two-bedroom, $7,010 to $10,420 for a three-bedroom and $9,630 to $14,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Wayne from Tyler?

About 975 road miles (826 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 31 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 Texas into Indiana 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 Tyler to Fort Wayne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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 Tyler–Fort Wayne corridor.