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Lake Charles, LA

Tyler, TX → Lake Charles, LA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Tyler to Lake Charles

About 226 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,290–$3,400, delivery in 1–2 days, 153 carriers on the Tyler side and 25 in Lake Charles.

  • 226 miroad distance
  • 4 h 36 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,290–$3,4002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 226 miles (192 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 36 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
153 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination
25 (18 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Charles → Tyler

The route from Tyler, TX to Lake Charles, LA covers roughly 226 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,290 to $3,400 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 36 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 25 around Lake Charles (18 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 Lake Charles.

Tyler has a population of about 113,723 and Lake Charles about 80,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,843 and 1,788 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tyler to Lake Charles

Full-service estimate for 226 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,750
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,040
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,290 $2,790 $3,400
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,660 $4,460 $5,440
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,030 $6,130 $7,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$540

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,290–$3,400

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Tyler, TX → Lake Charles, LA. 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 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
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

Near Lake Charles (destination)

Lake City Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: James G Gobert INC

USDOT
319385
MC
211234
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (337) 494-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lake Charles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbl Jones LLC

USDOT
2944986
MC
996676
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (337) 656-4938 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pappillion Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1227886
MC
485326
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (337) 494-3894 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Express Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
7409267
MC
97081033
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (337) 730-1207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drive Max Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4284072
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70601 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (225) 371-8581 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dredging Contractor Firm

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mike Hooks LLC

USDOT
107462
Based in
Westlake, LA 70669 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (337) 436-6693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fmtransport11 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3156355
MC
108062
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (337) 499-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

J K Malveaux Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3686835
MC
1284622
Based in
Lake Charles, LA 70605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 802-0370 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Lake Charles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tyler to Lake Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,370 to $2,040 for a one-bedroom, $2,290 to $3,400 for a two-bedroom, $3,660 to $5,440 for a three-bedroom and $5,030 to $7,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Charles from Tyler?

About 226 road miles (192 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 36 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Louisiana 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 Lake Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,800. 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–Lake Charles corridor.