Salina, KS

Tyler, TX → Salina, KS · Long-distance move

Movers from Tyler to Salina

About 551 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,350–$4,990, delivery in 2–5 days, 153 carriers on the Tyler side and 20 in Salina.

  • 551 miroad distance
  • 10 h 12 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,350–$4,9902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 551 miles (467 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 12 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
153 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination
20 (12 interstate)

Reverse: Salina → Tyler

The route from Tyler, TX to Salina, KS covers roughly 551 miles by road, a north-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 $3,350 to $4,990 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 10 h 12 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 20 around Salina (12 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 Salina.

Tyler has a population of about 113,723 and Salina about 46,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,843 and 1,792 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Kansas does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tyler to Salina

Full-service estimate for 551 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,340 $1,630 $1,990
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,010 $2,450 $2,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,350 $4,090 $4,990
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,360 $6,540 $7,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,370 $8,990 $10,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$870–$1,220

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,220

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

Full-service mover

$3,350–$4,990

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Tyler, TX → Salina, KS. 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

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 Salina (destination)

Doug Bradley Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
214440
MC
191909
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Isaacson Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
952044
MC
407656
Based in
Assaria, KS 67416 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Mss Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
281435
MC
183142
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

404 Move INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3418737
MC
1729956
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Double Diamond Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3983108
MC
1491962
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Bjp Enterprises Group LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4773481
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Meiers Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1043522
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Salina Moving LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4517407
Based in
Salina, KS 67401 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All 20 movers in Salina

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,340 to $1,990 for a studio, $2,010 to $2,990 for a one-bedroom, $3,350 to $4,990 for a two-bedroom, $5,360 to $7,980 for a three-bedroom and $7,370 to $10,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Salina from Tyler?

About 551 road miles (467 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 12 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 Kansas 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 Salina?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $870 to $1,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,220. 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–Salina corridor.