Moving from Texas to New York
Dallas → New York City · cost, miles and planning
Your planning guide for a long-distance move from Texas to New York: cost, road miles and delivery timing.
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More people move from New York to Texas than the reverse, but the Texas to New York lane is still busy: Census estimates about 16,324 people (±3,888) made this move in 2024, and about 28,233 people (±4,541) went the other way. That makes New York the 9th most common destination for people leaving Texas, about 3.4% of everyone who moved out. It is about 1,549 road miles from Dallas to New York City, about 25–28 hours of driving, and a household shipment on this lane usually arrives within roughly 5–14 days of pickup. A 2-bedroom move on this route is a planning range of $5,900–$8,200 with Next Generation Movers.
Route facts
| Road miles | About 1,549 miles, Dallas to New York City (OSRM driving route) |
|---|---|
| Drive time | About 25–28 hours without stops |
| Typical delivery window | Roughly 5–14 days after pickup; your written estimate sets the exact window |
| Texas to New York, 2024 | About 16,324 people (±3,888) moved |
| New York to Texas, 2024 | About 28,233 people (±4,541) 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: Texas to New York
| Home size | Typical volume | Planning range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bedroom | about 450 cu ft | $3,650–$5,100 |
| 2 bedrooms | about 750 cu ft | $5,900–$8,200 |
| 3 bedrooms | about 1,100 cu ft | $8,150–$11,300 |
| 4+ bedrooms | about 1,500 cu ft and up | $10,400–$14,400 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | New York City, NY | 1,549 | $5,900–$8,200 |
| Dallas, TX | Buffalo, NY | 1,369 | $5,550–$7,700 |
| Houston, TX | New York City, NY | 1,629 | $6,000–$8,300 |
| Houston, TX | Buffalo, NY | 1,485 | $5,800–$8,050 |
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 Texas to New York?
For Dallas to New York City (about 1,549 road miles) our planning range is $3,650–$5,100 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $5,900–$8,200 for 2 bedrooms and $8,150–$11,300 for 3 bedrooms. The final price is set after a free inventory review.
How long does a move from Texas to New York take?
Plan for a delivery window of roughly 5–14 days after pickup. The drive itself is about 25–28 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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