Moving from Los Angeles to Dallas: 2026 Cost & Time
1,435 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$3,250–$4,825
Distance
1,435 mi
Drive time
~21 hrs
Typical transit
3–7 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
LA to Dallas is a high-volume I-10/I-20 lane carrying steady California-to-Texas relocation. Weekly carrier frequency makes consolidated pricing widely available, so this route often costs less per pound than shorter, thinner lanes.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,625 | $1,975 | $2,400 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,125 | $2,600 | $3,175 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,250 | $3,950 | $4,825 |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,750 | $5,800 | $7,075 |
| 4 Bedroom | $6,400 | $7,800 | $9,525 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $7,775 | $9,475 | $11,550 |
What affects your Los Angeles → Dallas cost
- At 1,435+ miles you're in the lowest per-mile tier, where each added mile costs less, so home size and packing move your number more than the distance does.
- Booking 3–4 weeks out, and avoiding the last five days of the month, is the simplest way to lower this quote.
- Full packing and specialty items (piano, gym equipment, oversized furniture) are the add-ons most likely to change your final number.
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Los Angeles to Dallas moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from Los Angeles to Dallas typically costs $3,250–$4,825 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $7,775–$11,550.
The route is about 1,435 miles (~21 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 3–7 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (CA to TX), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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