($871+) Dallas, TX to Washington DC, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Dallas, TX to Washington DC, MD

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,328-mile move from Dallas, Texas, to Washington DC, Maryland, with prices running from $2,284 - $9,273. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $361 - $2,408 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Dallas and Washington DC are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Dallas movers tend to run around $179 as a base rate plus $60/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,284 - $5,129
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,089 - $7,072
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,145 - $9,273

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 Washington DC.

Specialty moving services from Dallas, TX to Washington DC, MD

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Dallas movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Washington DC, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Dallas to Washington DC?

Look for Maryland Motor Truck Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Maryland beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Dallas, TX to Washington DC, MD

Moving containers from Dallas, Texas, to Washington DC, Maryland, cost between $1,311 and $4,487. 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 Washington DC. If you go over that window, storage in Dallas adds around $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Dallas to Washington DC:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,311 - $2,623
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,850 - $3,553
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,367 - $4,487

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Dallas, TX and Washington DC, MD. 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 $843 in Dallas, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $90 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $181 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.

What are the best moving containers Dallas to Washington DC?

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 Dallas, TX to Washington DC, MD

Plan on $888 - $2,368 for a rental moving truck on the 1,328-mile route from Dallas, Texas, to Washington DC, Maryland. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $509 - $581
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Dallas daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Dallas to Washington DC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $888 - $1,615
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $970 - $1,902
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,185 - $2,368

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 $90 and $421.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $181.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $509 and $581 for the 1,328-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 $843 for 2 movers in Dallas, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Dallas to Washington DC?

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 Dallas, TX to Washington DC, MD

If you're moving a larger household from Dallas, Texas, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Washington DC, Maryland.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,396 and $2,928.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,168 - $2,337
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,396 - $2,928
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,970 - $3,854

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $90 and $181.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Dallas, Texas, for roughly five hours typically average $843.

What are the best freight companies from Dallas to Washington DC?

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. 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.

Cost of living: Dallas, TX vs Washington DC, MD

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