Washington, DC → Allen, TX · Long-distance move
About 1,376 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,110–$9,090, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,904 carriers on the Washington side and 680 in Allen.
Allen sits about 1,376 miles west of Washington, which makes this an interstate relocation from District of Columbia to Texas that most movers classify as a 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 $6,110 to $9,090 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 24 hours (3 driving days).
On the Washington side there are 1,904 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,206 of them authorized for interstate work), and 680 around Allen (290 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 Allen.
Washington has a population of about 693,645 and Allen about 113,447. Washington is considerably denser (11,286 people per square mile versus 3,963), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in District of Columbia, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,440 | $2,980 | $3,640 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,670 | $4,470 | $5,460 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,110 | $7,450 | $9,090 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,780 | $11,920 | $14,550 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,440 | $16,400 | $20,000 |
$2,010–$2,840
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,250–$3,310
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,110–$9,090
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
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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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,440 to $3,640 for a studio, $3,670 to $5,460 for a one-bedroom, $6,110 to $9,090 for a two-bedroom, $9,780 to $14,550 for a three-bedroom and $13,440 to $20,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,376 road miles (1,166 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from District of Columbia into Texas 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,010 to $2,840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,250 to $3,310. 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.
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 Washington–Allen corridor.