($301+) 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 $1,011 and $5,865. 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: $1,011 - $3,634
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,633 - $4,592
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,075 - $5,865

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 — 94% of Dallas movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tulsa, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Oklahoma Trucking Association, the group most Oklahoma movers are affiliated with.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

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 $1,601 - $4,501. A local mover in Dallas, TX is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Dallas, TX to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $889 and $2,554. 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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $889 - $1,565
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,181 - $2,021
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,453 - $2,554

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $658 in Dallas, TX. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $71 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $141 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Tulsa, OK, destination before booking.

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

A rental truck for this 258-mile move from Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, costs between $308 and $797. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• 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: $308 - $549
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $310 - $650
• 4+ bedrooms: $388 - $797

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 $71 and $329.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $141.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $77 and $88 for the 258-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 $658 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 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 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 Dallas, Texas, to Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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 $927 and $1,736.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $809 - $1,366
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $927 - $1,736
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,237

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 our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Hazel's Expedited Freight (4.62/5 stars): Hazel's Expedited Freight is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

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.