Moving from North Carolina to Texas
Charlotte → Dallas · cost, miles and planning
Your planning guide for a long-distance move from North Carolina to Texas: cost, road miles and delivery timing.
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This lane runs close to even in both directions: Census estimates about 15,679 people (±4,224) moved from North Carolina to Texas in 2024, and about 16,498 people (±3,764) moved from Texas to North Carolina. That makes Texas the 4th most common destination for people leaving North Carolina, about 6.5% of everyone who moved out. It is about 1,029 road miles from Charlotte to Dallas, about 17–19 hours of driving, and a household shipment on this lane usually arrives within roughly 4–10 days of pickup. A 2-bedroom move on this route is a planning range of $4,900–$6,800 with Next Generation Movers.
Route facts
| Road miles | About 1,029 miles, Charlotte to Dallas (OSRM driving route) |
|---|---|
| Drive time | About 17–19 hours without stops |
| Typical delivery window | Roughly 4–10 days after pickup; your written estimate sets the exact window |
| North Carolina to Texas, 2024 | About 15,679 people (±4,224) moved |
| Texas to North Carolina, 2024 | About 16,498 people (±3,764) moved |
Migration source: U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows, 2024 American Community Survey 1-year estimates. Counts are people age 1 and over, with the margin of error shown.
Planning prices: North Carolina to Texas
| Home size | Typical volume | Planning range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bedroom | about 450 cu ft | $3,050–$4,250 |
| 2 bedrooms | about 750 cu ft | $4,900–$6,800 |
| 3 bedrooms | about 1,100 cu ft | $6,800–$9,450 |
| 4+ bedrooms | about 1,500 cu ft and up | $8,650–$12,000 |
Planning range, final price after free inventory review. Ranges cover line haul, fuel and standard service at both ends. Packing, stairs, long carries, a shuttle truck, storage and specialty items such as pianos are extra and are quoted after the review.
Common city pairs on this route
| From | To | Road miles | 2-bedroom planning range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | Dallas, TX | 1,029 | $4,900–$6,800 |
| Charlotte, NC | Houston, TX | 1,038 | $4,900–$6,800 |
| Raleigh, NC | Dallas, TX | 1,209 | $5,250–$7,300 |
| Raleigh, NC | Houston, TX | 1,199 | $5,250–$7,250 |
Licensed interstate mover
Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move from North Carolina to Texas?
For Charlotte to Dallas (about 1,029 road miles) our planning range is $3,050–$4,250 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $4,900–$6,800 for 2 bedrooms and $6,800–$9,450 for 3 bedrooms. The final price is set after a free inventory review.
How long does a move from North Carolina to Texas take?
Plan for a delivery window of roughly 4–10 days after pickup. The drive itself is about 17–19 hours. Your written estimate states the exact window.
Is Next Generation Movers licensed for interstate moves?
Yes. We are registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation as USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637. You can check this on the FMCSA website.
How do I get a quote?
Call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant quote, 24/7, call the office at (240) 422-2243, or request an estimate online.
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