($667+) Dayton, OH to Irving, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Dayton, OH to Irving, TX

For the 999-mile move from Dayton, Ohio, to Irving, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,137 and $8,556. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $264 - $1,760 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Dayton generally start around $330 plus $140 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Dayton to Irving:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,137 - $5,377
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,561 - $6,815
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,481 - $8,556

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 Dayton to Irving.

Specialty moving services from Dayton, OH to Irving, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Dayton movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Irving, 94% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Dayton to Irving?

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Dayton, OH to Irving, TX

Moving containers from Dayton, Ohio, to Irving, Texas, cost between $1,232 and $4,021. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Dayton costs roughly $60/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Dayton to Irving:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,232 - $2,111
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,633 - $3,212
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,074 - $4,021

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Dayton, OH, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $616, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $66 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $132 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Dayton, OH, and Irving, TX, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Dayton to Irving?

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 Dayton, OH to Irving, TX

Renting a moving truck for the 999-mile move from Dayton, Ohio, to Irving, Texas, costs between $694 and $1,959, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $280 - $320
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Dayton daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Dayton to Irving based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $694 - $1,290
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $706 - $1,457
• 4+ bedrooms: $913 - $1,959

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Dayton, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $616.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $280 - $320 for the 999-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $53 and $286, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $132 per night for hotel stops on the 999-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $264 - $396.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Dayton to Irving?

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 Dayton, OH to Irving, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Dayton, Ohio, to Irving, Texas. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $792 and $2,496.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Dayton to Irving:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,032 - $1,900
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,206 - $2,496
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,760 - $3,151

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $66 - $132 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Dayton, Ohio, typically costs $616.

What are the best freight companies from Dayton to Irving?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. ACE Doran Hauling & Rigging Co (4.88/5 stars): ACE Doran Hauling & Rigging Co is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Dayton, OH vs Irving, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Irving, side by side with Dayton 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.