Waco, TX → Sherman, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Waco to Sherman

About 173 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,160–$3,210, delivery in 1–2 days, 121 carriers on the Waco side and 41 in Sherman.

173 miroad distance
3 h 41 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,160–$3,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waco, Texas
To: Sherman, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 173 miles (147 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 41 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 121 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 41 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Sherman → Waco

Sherman sits about 173 miles north of Waco, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,160 to $3,210 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 3 h 41 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 41 around Sherman (22 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 Sherman.

Waco has a population of about 147,788 and Sherman about 50,000. Waco is considerably denser (1,561 people per square mile versus 940), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Waco to Sherman

Full-service estimate for 173 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	$1,300	$1,580	$1,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,160	$2,630	$3,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,750	$5,790	$7,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,730

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

Full-service mover

$2,160–$3,210

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 Sherman (destination)

Bi-Lo Wholesale INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694488
MC: 1243420
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (903) 465-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goodwill Industries Of Northeast Texas INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1498622
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (903) 893-3145 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck 0715

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ezway Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 4283606
MC: 1665593
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 771-4153 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Camp Trucking &transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4399824
MC: 1726954
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (903) 819-9668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firemen Movers Dfw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3970569
MC: 1483574
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (903) 357-7011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quick Drop Transit Qdt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4476964
MC: 1770464
Based in: Howe, TX 75459 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (214) 471-9245 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Sharp Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Meshel (shelly) Lewis

USDOT: 1291990
MC: 507910
Based in: Pottsboro, TX 75076 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (903) 786-2321 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Moving And Transport

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3549142
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 209-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Sherman

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,300 to $1,930 for a one-bedroom, $2,160 to $3,210 for a two-bedroom, $3,450 to $5,140 for a three-bedroom and $4,750 to $7,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sherman from Waco?

About 173 road miles (147 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 41 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 Sherman 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 Sherman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,730. 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–Sherman corridor.