Texas has several of the largest metro areas in the country, and moves between them are long. Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Austin and San Antonio are all separated by 75 to 250 miles or more.
Registered movers in Texas by city
| City area | Registered movers | Interstate authority | In-state only | Median time registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 230 | 81 | 142 | 6 yrs |
| Dallas | 307 | 118 | 178 | 6 yrs |
| Austin | 139 | 46 | 90 | 6 yrs |
Largest registered fleets in our Texas directories
| Company | Based in | Trucks | On register | Interstate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veteran Moving Guys | Houston | 30000 | 2 yrs | In-state |
| Apple Moving | Austin | 185 | 5 yrs | Yes |
| 3 Men Movers | Houston | 95 | 17 yrs | Yes |
| Einstein Moving Company LLC | Austin | 80 | 15 yrs | In-state |
| Atlantic Relocation Systems | Carrollton | 72 | 16 yrs | In-state |
| Suddath Moving & Storage | Coppell | 65 | 24 yrs | Not active |
| Armstrong Relocation | Carrollton | 54 | 35 yrs | Not active |
| Move Solutions LTD | Irving | 47 | 17 yrs | Yes |
| Two Men And A Truck | Arlington | 44 | 9 yrs | Yes |
| Little Guys Movers INC | Denton | 38 | 26 yrs | Yes |
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, data as of 2026-11-15. Fleet size is not a measure of quality. A listing is not an endorsement.
Moving regulations in Texas
Texas requires companies that move household goods for pay within the state to register with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). Look the company up in TxDMV's Truck Stop database and check its certificate shows as Active. If it isn't listed, ask for its TxDMV number and search that.
For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority. How to check a moving company.
What to know about moving in Texas
TxDMV registration
Movers carrying household goods for pay within Texas must register with TxDMV. Check the company in TxDMV's Truck Stop database.
In-state long-distance moves
Moves between major Texas cities are usually priced by weight and distance, not by the hour.
Heat and storms
Summer heat and Gulf Coast hurricane season (June 1 to November 30) affect scheduling.
Growth suburbs
Many moves are into new-build suburbs. Confirm access and HOA rules before the truck arrives.
Moving services
- Local Movers
- Long Distance Movers
- Interstate Movers
- Apartment Movers
- Office & Commercial Movers
- Packing Services
- Storage and Moving
- Last-Minute & Same-Day Movers
Frequently asked questions
Do movers in Texas need a license?
Texas requires companies that move household goods for pay within the state to register with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). Look the company up in TxDMV's Truck Stop database and check its certificate shows as Active. If it isn't listed, ask for its TxDMV number and search that.
How much does it cost to move within Texas?
Local moves are usually charged by the hour and long moves by weight and distance. See our moving cost guide for rough ranges.