Waco, TX → Plano, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from Waco to Plano

About 125 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,990–$2,960, delivery in 1–2 days, 121 carriers on the Waco side and 1,562 in Plano.

125 miroad distance
2 h 51 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,990–$2,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waco, Texas
To: Plano, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 125 miles (106 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 51 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 121 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,562 (674 interstate)

Reverse: Plano → Waco

Moving from Waco to Plano is a short-haul move of roughly 125 road miles, heading north within Texas.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 51 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,990 and $2,960, before packing or storage.

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 1,562 around Plano (674 interstate). For an in-state 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 Plano.

Waco has a population of about 147,788 and Plano about 293,028. Plano is the denser city (3,982 people per square mile versus 1,561 in Waco), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Waco to Plano

Full-service estimate for 125 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$1,990	$2,430	$2,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,180	$3,880	$4,730
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,380	$5,340	$6,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$1,990–$2,960

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 Plano (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Talento Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3841225
MC: 1405142
Based in: Frisco, TX 75078 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 119 trucks, 159 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (214) 843-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Transfer & Storage Company INC - Armstrong Relocation

USDOT: 449294
MC: 516299
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (972) 242-0511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mnm Carrier Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3552598
MC: 1190342
Based in: Allen, TX 75013 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 613-0263 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,562 movers in Plano

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,210 to $1,790 for a one-bedroom, $1,990 to $2,960 for a two-bedroom, $3,180 to $4,730 for a three-bedroom and $4,380 to $6,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Plano from Waco?

About 125 road miles (106 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 51 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Waco and Plano are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Waco to Plano?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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–Plano corridor.