Waco, TX → Asheville, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Waco to Asheville

About 1,046 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,620–$6,870, delivery in 3–7 days, 121 carriers on the Waco side and 120 in Asheville.

1,046 miroad distance
18 h 44 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,620–$6,8702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waco, Texas
To: Asheville, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,046 miles (886 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 44 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 121 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (87 interstate)

Reverse: Asheville → Waco

Moving from Waco to Asheville is a long-distance move of roughly 1,046 road miles, heading east from Texas to North Carolina.

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 $4,620 to $6,870 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 44 min.

On the Waco side there are 121 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Asheville (87 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 Asheville.

Waco has a population of about 147,788 and Asheville about 95,000. Asheville is the denser city (2,080 people per square mile versus 1,561 in Waco), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Waco to Asheville

Full-service estimate for 1,046 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,850	$2,250	$2,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,770	$3,380	$4,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,620	$5,630	$6,870
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,390	$9,010	$10,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,160	$12,390	$15,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$4,620–$6,870

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 Waco (origin)

Central Tejas Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2481494
MC: 925578
Based in: Waco, TX 76714 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (254) 300-2575 Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darss LLC

USDOT: 3304893
MC: 1445596
Based in: Waco, TX 76710 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 855-7963 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chisos Trail INC

USDOT: 3583960
MC: 1211601
Based in: Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (254) 233-9191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tip Toe Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4463894
MC: 1760784
Based in: Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (281) 752-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple 7 Movers Of Texas LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4050232
MC: 1534564
Based in: Woodway, TX 76712 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (512) 677-6467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Getwhitit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4444373
MC: 1750503
Based in: Waco, TX 76708 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (713) 591-1487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deluxe Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1675025
MC: 615592
Based in: Hewitt, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (254) 214-0107 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyz The Limit Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3783959
MC: 1360338
Based in: Chilton, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (254) 715-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Waco

Near Asheville (destination)

Carolina Logistic INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2073146
MC: 724258
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (828) 367-7749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire National INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2878524
MC: 966111
Based in: Fletcher, NC 28732 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (800) 985-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anchor Logistics Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2025845
MC: 712157
Based in: Asheville, NC 28806 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (828) 707-9161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Asheville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ams&sons Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 1555930
MC: 577552
Based in: Fletcher, NC 28732 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (828) 681-5252 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carolina Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1544288
MC: 574276
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (828) 548-0037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3183831
MC: 129079
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (828) 707-2111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Union Transfer And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 97211
MC: 96435
Based in: Arden, NC 28704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (828) 209-0171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gasperson Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wnc Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 281010
MC: 183831
Based in: Asheville, NC 28804 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (828) 658-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Asheville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Waco to Asheville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,750 for a studio, $2,770 to $4,120 for a one-bedroom, $4,620 to $6,870 for a two-bedroom, $7,390 to $10,990 for a three-bedroom and $10,160 to $15,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Asheville from Waco?

About 1,046 road miles (886 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 44 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 North Carolina 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 Waco to Asheville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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 Waco–Asheville corridor.