Moving from Dallas to Houston
Planning a move from Dallas, TX to Houston, TX? Compare costs, distance, timing, and neighborhoods below, then get an instant quote.
Key details
- Distance: 222 miles
- Drive time: about 4 hours
- Truck rental (DIY): $333
- Moving only (they drive): $627
- Full service (pack + move): $2,186
Dallas vs Houston
- Dallas cost of living index: 105; median 2BR rent $1,900/mo
- Houston cost of living index: 97; median 2BR rent $1,650/mo
Top neighborhoods in Houston
- Montrose — Eclectic & LGBTQ+ Friendly, avg $1,900/mo
- The Heights — Historic & Trendy, avg $2,100/mo
- Rice Military — Young & Lively, avg $2,000/mo
- Museum District — Cultural & Walkable, avg $1,800/mo
- Sugar Land — Family Suburb, avg $1,700/mo
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to move from Dallas to Houston?
- Moving from Dallas to Houston ranges from about $333 for a DIY truck rental to $2,186 for full-service moving. A moving-only service (you pack, they drive) is typically around $627.
- How far is it from Dallas to Houston?
- The distance is approximately 222 miles by road, about 4 hours of driving without stops.
- When is the best time to move from Dallas to Houston?
- Peak moving months on this route are June, July, August. For lower prices and better availability, consider January, February, or November.