($282+) Dallas, TX to Tulsa, OK Movers

Full-service moving costs from Dallas, TX to Tulsa, OK

Hiring full-service movers from Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, costs between $908 and $5,773. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 258-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $282 - $1,880, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Dallas and Tulsa. For a rough baseline, movers based in Dallas tend to start around $179 plus $60/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $908 - $3,613
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,605 - $4,517
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,104 - $5,773

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 Tulsa.

Specialty moving services from Dallas, TX to Tulsa, OK

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Dallas movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tulsa, 45% of movers offer the same service.

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

Oklahoma Trucking Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Oklahoma, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Dallas, TX?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Dallas to Tulsa with a local mover averages $1,605 - $4,517. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, TX to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $848 and $2,464. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Dallas typically runs around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $848 - $1,420
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,052 - $2,133
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,415 - $2,464

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 Dallas, TX, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $658, 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 $71 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $141 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Dallas, TX, and Tulsa, OK, 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 Dallas to Tulsa?

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 Tulsa, OK

Truck rentals from Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, range from $282 - $724 for the 258-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $77 - $88
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• 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 Tulsa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $282 - $550
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $327 - $615
• 4+ bedrooms: $397 - $724

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $141 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Dallas, Texas, usually costs about $658 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 258-mile drive falls between $77 and $88, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $47 and $282 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Dallas to Tulsa?

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 Tulsa, OK

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $868 and $1,576.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $757 - $1,370
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $868 - $1,576
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,121 - $1,971

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 $71 and $141.
• 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 $658.

What are the best freight companies from Dallas to Tulsa?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Dallas, TX vs Tulsa, OK

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tulsa, 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.

Our take

The 258-mile move from Dallas, TX, to Tulsa, OK, costs between $908 and $5,773 with full-service movers, $848 - $2,464 with a moving container, and $282 - $724 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 $1,605 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 Imperial and Hilti.