($340+) Little Rock, AR to Dallas, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Little Rock, AR to Dallas, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 318-mile move from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Dallas, Texas, with costs ranging from $1,130 - $6,733. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $266 - $1,772. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Little Rock and Dallas. Local movers in Little Rock typically start around $100 as a base rate plus $94/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Little Rock to Dallas:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,130 - $3,745
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,813 - $5,108
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,660 - $6,733

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Little Rock to Dallas.

Specialty moving services from Little Rock, AR to Dallas, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Little Rock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Dallas, 94% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Little Rock to Dallas?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

How much do local movers cost in Little Rock, AR?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Little Rock to Dallas with a local mover averages $1,831 - $5,159. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Little Rock, AR can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Little Rock, AR to Dallas, TX

Moving containers from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Dallas, Texas, cost between $868 and $2,895. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Dallas. If you go over that window, storage in Little Rock adds around $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Little Rock to Dallas:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $868 - $1,660
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,096 - $2,195
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,601 - $2,895

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $66 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $133 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $620 in Little Rock, AR, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Dallas, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Little Rock to Dallas?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Little Rock, AR to Dallas, TX

Plan on $347 - $824 for a rental moving truck on the 318-mile route from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Dallas, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $90 - $102
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Little Rock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Little Rock to Dallas based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $347 - $612
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $348 - $704
• 4+ bedrooms: $444 - $824

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $66 and $310.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $133.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $90 and $102 for the 318-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $620 for 2 movers in Little Rock, Arkansas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Little Rock to Dallas?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Little Rock, AR to Dallas, TX

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Dallas, Texas. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $895 and $1,720.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Little Rock to Dallas:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $772 - $1,364
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $895 - $1,720
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,207 - $2,338

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Little Rock, Arkansas, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $620.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $66 - $133 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Little Rock to Dallas?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Maverick Transportation, LLC (4.8/5 stars): Maverick Transportation, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Little Rock, AR vs Dallas, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Dallas, side by side with Little Rock on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.