($1,007+) Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT Movers
Moving from Dallas, TX, to New Haven, CT, runs anywhere from $1,038 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,442 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,627 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,399, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $10,442 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,501 - $5,450, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,038 - $2,929.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Dallas, TX, to New Haven, CT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,378 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT
There are 3 main ways to move from Dallas to New Haven: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $3,378 - $7,292. Containers cost roughly 30% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 60% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 1,627 miles, expect 4 to 15 days in transit no matter which service you choose.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,627-mile route from Dallas to New Haven, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,399 - $5,381 | $1,501 - $2,939 | $1,038 - $2,013 | $1,406 - $2,670 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $3,378 - $7,292 | $1,901 - $4,109 | $1,124 - $2,326 | $1,536 - $3,098 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $5,563 - $10,442 | $2,565 - $5,450 | $1,374 - $2,929 | $2,221 - $4,021 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT
Full-service movers for the 1,627-mile relocation from Dallas, Texas, to New Haven, Connecticut, cost between $2,399 and $10,442. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $311 - $2,072, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Dallas typically charge a base rate around $179 plus $60 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Dallas to New Haven:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,399 - $5,381
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,378 - $7,292
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,563 - $10,442
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 Dallas to New Haven.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Texas to Connecticut. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT
Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Dallas movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New Haven, 95% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing99% of local movers | $518 - $5,180 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready94% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: AB Moving | $207 - $1,243/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $311 - $2,486 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage26% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs69% of local movers | $1,036 - $3,108 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,590 - $10,360 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $776 - $1,474 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items50% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: AB Moving | $1,036 - $2,590 |
| Piano | Any piano type64% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: AB Moving | $829 - $3,626 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling36% of local movers | $311 - $1,554 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect23% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: AB Moving | $673 - $2,072 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $311 - $15,540+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $311 - $3,626+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Dallas to New Haven?
All three below meet the standards set by the Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut, the group most Connecticut movers are affiliated with.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Dallas, TX. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT
Moving containers from Dallas, Texas, to New Haven, Connecticut, cost between $1,501 and $5,450. 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 Dallas costs roughly $80/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Dallas to New Haven:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,501 - $2,939
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,901 - $4,109
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,565 - $5,450
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Dallas, TX and New Haven, CT. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
- Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $725 in Dallas, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $155 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
- Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Texas to Connecticut move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,501. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,901 - $4,109, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Dallas to New Haven?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Dallas to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Dallas:
- AB Moving (4.5/5), 26 years in business
- AM Moving Company LLC (4.4/5), 11 years in business
- 3 Men Movers (4.8/5), 41 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT
Plan on $1,038 - $2,929 for a rental moving truck on the 1,627-mile route from Dallas, Texas, to New Haven, Connecticut. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $536 - $613
- Daily insurance: $31/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Dallas daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Dallas to New Haven based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,038 - $2,013
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,124 - $2,326
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,374 - $2,929
Pro tip: The base rate of $1,038 - $2,929 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Dallas to New Haven. Fuel ($536 - $613) , lodging at around $155/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in an extra $600 - $1,200 to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Dallas, Texas, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $725.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $536 - $613 for the 1,627-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 $62 and $337, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $155 per night for hotel stops on the 1,627-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $311 - $466.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Dallas to New Haven?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Dallas, Texas, to New Haven, Connecticut. 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 $932 and $3,098.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Dallas to New Haven:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,406 - $2,670
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,536 - $3,098
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,221 - $4,021
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $78 - $155 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Dallas, Texas, for about five hours typically runs $725.
What are the best freight companies from Dallas to New Haven?
- 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.
- 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.
- Hazel's Expedited Freight (4.62/5 stars): Hazel's Expedited Freight 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.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Dallas to New Haven, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Dallas, TX vs New Haven, CT
Day-to-day costs in New Haven are close to what you're used to in Dallas: cost of living index of 109 versus 100, with average rent of $2,375/mo compared to $1,774/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 46/100 and 48.6/100 in Dallas versus 68/100 and 41.8/100 in New Haven.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our New Haven, CT to Dallas, TX guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Texas to Connecticut over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 289 movers in our Texas network to compare for this 1,627-mile move.
Our take
The 1,627-mile move from Dallas, TX, to New Haven, CT, costs between $2,399 and $10,442 with full-service movers, $1,501 - $5,450 with a moving container, and $1,038 - $2,929 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,378 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include ASSA ABLOY Group and ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions - US.
FAQs: Moving from Dallas, TX, to New Haven, CT
How do I know a mover is licensed in Connecticut?
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) regulates in-state moving companies and taxi, trucking, and bus companies. In addition, customers are also protected from scam movers by regulations set forth by the Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection.
What is the best time of year to move from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
Is New Haven a safe place to live?
New Haven has a safety index of 41.8 out of 100 and a crime index of 58.2, compared to 48.6 and 51.4 in Dallas. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,124 - $2,326. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of Dallas movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 64% of movers in Dallas handle piano moves, and 50% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
