Firefighter owned. Veteran operated. Licensed long distance movers taking Dallas homes to New York City and the boroughs.
Reviewed by Pat Dodson, Executive Vice President
Pat has 17 years in moving and storage and serves as an engineer with the Fort Worth Fire Department. A U.S. Navy veteran, he oversees long distance operations across all four Texas locations. Last reviewed 2026.
Dallas to New York movers do not charge an hourly rate for this move. At roughly 1,550 miles, it is a long distance interstate move, and the price is based on the total weight or volume of your belongings combined with the distance.
Federal regulations require interstate moving quotes to be built this way. The more you move, and the farther it goes, the higher the cost of moving from Dallas to New York.
Your final number comes in a written estimate, based on your inventory, your access in Dallas and New York, and your date.
Firefighter founded in 2001. Every mover is background checked and drug screened, and the crew that packs your Dallas home works for the same company that quoted you. No subcontractors, no day labor.
Licensed and insured: US DOT 2783472. MC #1016781. TX DMV No. 006924557C.
How Much Do Dallas to New York Movers Cost?
For a move of roughly 1,550 miles, movers do not charge an hourly rate. Your price is based on weight or volume, plus distance.
How Long Distance Moves Are Priced
Federal regulations require interstate moving quotes to be based on the total weight of your belongings, or the volume they take up in the truck in cubic feet.
That figure is combined with the overall distance, which is about 1,550 miles from Dallas to New York City.
A small apartment costs far less to move than a four bedroom house, even over the same route. Fewer items means less weight, less truck space, and a lower price.
How to Get an Accurate Dallas to New York Moving Quote
We build your estimate from a real inventory of what you are moving. We ask about your furniture, boxes, and any specialty items, and how much you plan to bring versus sell or store.
We also ask about access at both ends, including floors, elevators, stairs, and where the truck can park.
You get the result in writing before you sign anything, so there are no surprises on moving day.
How Many Movers Do You Need for a Dallas to New York Move?
Home size also decides the size of your crew and truck. Here is a typical guide.
| Home size | Movers needed | Trucks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom apartment | 2 movers | 1 |
| 2 bedroom apartment or home | 2 to 3 movers | 1 |
| 3 bedroom apartment or home | 3 to 4 movers | 1 |
| 4 bedroom home | 4 to 6 movers | 1 to 2 |
| 5+ bedroom home | 5 or more movers | 2 or more |
Included in Every Move
- Signed inventory before the doors close in Dallas
- Pad wrapping, stretch film, dollies, and floor protection at both ends
- Basic disassembly and reassembly of standard furniture
- Released value protection of $0.60 per pound per item, at no charge
- A written estimate and the federal moving rights booklet before you sign
What Costs Extra in New York
- Stairs and walk-ups, charged per flight by most movers
- Long carry, when the truck cannot park close to the entrance
- A shuttle truck where a full size truck cannot reach the building
- Street parking or street use permits, where a block requires one
- Building fees, such as a freight elevator reservation or move-in deposit
- Professional packing, specialty items, and Full Value Protection
What Else Goes Into a Dallas to New York Moving Estimate?
Crew size is the starting point. These are the other things that change a long distance estimate, and what we ask about up front so the written number does not move on moving day.
- 1Inventory and weight.Long distance pricing follows how much you are moving. Every box and piece of furniture you decide not to bring is money saved, and it is the best reason to downsize before the move rather than after.
- 2Distance and fuel.About 1,550 miles means a loaded truck on the road for days, with drivers, fuel, and tolls on the way up the East Coast corridor.
- 3Access at the New York end.A doorman building, a freight elevator, a fourth floor walk-up, and a brownstone with a stoop are four different jobs. Tell us which one, and the floor, so the estimate reflects it.
- 4Building requirements.Most Manhattan and Brooklyn buildings want a certificate of insurance naming the building, a freight elevator booked to a fixed window, and sometimes a deposit. Many buildings need this weeks ahead, so ask your building manager for the rules before you pick a date.
- 5Date and season.Month end, summer, and the first of the month fill first in New York. A mid-month, midweek date is usually easier to book and can cost less.
- 6Packing, storage, and protection.Professional packing, month to month climate controlled storage in Dallas, and an upgrade from released value to Full Value Protection are each priced separately and only if you want them.
Dallas to New York Long Distance Movers: Is It an Interstate Move?
Yes. Crossing state lines puts this move under federal FMCSA rules rather than Texas ones, so the mover has to be federally registered.
Our federal registration is US DOT 2783472 and MC #1016781. You can look both up on the FMCSA website before you sign anything, and you should do the same for every company quoting you.
Federal rules also give you a written estimate, the Ready to Move brochure, and a choice of liability coverage.
Released value protection at $0.60 per pound per item is included at no charge. Full Value Protection is available at a higher level of liability.
Be careful with any quote that arrives by email without anyone seeing your home or inventory, or that asks for a large deposit up front. A real estimate is based on what is actually moving.
What Moving From Dallas to New York City Has to Plan Around
You are trading wide open Texas highways for a city where the truck, the building, and the street all need to line up on the same morning. These are the things that decide whether delivery day goes smoothly.
- 1Downsizing before you load.Moving from a Dallas house or spacious apartment into a smaller New York apartment means choosing what fits. A large sectional that suits Plano may not make it up a narrow prewar stairwell. Measure first, and sell or store the rest. Our climate controlled storage in Dallas runs month to month with no long term contract.
- 2Parking and truck access.Street parking in the city is tight and truck access is rarely simple. Where a truck cannot sit close to the door, a long carry or a shuttle may be needed, and some blocks require a permit to hold curb space. We ask about this at the estimate so it is planned, not discovered.
- 3Elevators, docks, and building hours.Many buildings only allow moves on weekdays during set hours and require the freight elevator to be reserved. Give us the building name and we plan around its rules.
- 4Weather at both ends.Dallas summer heat and the occasional ice storm are one thing. A New York winter with snow and slush on a stoop is another. If the weather turns or plans change, we adjust and keep you informed at every step.
- 5What cannot ride on the truck.Hazardous goods cannot travel with a household move: aerosols, propane, paint, solvents, pool chemicals, and ammunition. Keep valuables, documents, and medications with you.
Our Dallas to NYC Moving Services
Packing, loading, the long haul, storage if you need it, and delivery, under one company and one written estimate.
Professional Packing
A 1,500 mile trip is not the same as a local move. Things that are not packed right shift, bounce, and break. Our trained packers handle china, art, and electronics. See our packing services.
Loading and Unloading
Pad wrapping, stretch film, dollies, and floor protection. Signed inventory before the doors close in Dallas, checked off with you at delivery. Driving the truck yourself? We also offer labor only help.
Storage
Climate controlled storage in Dallas on a month to month basis, for furniture, seasonal clothes, and boxes while you work out your New York layout.
Commercial and Corporate
Office and employee relocations from DFW to New York, sequenced around your downtime, with consistent documentation for a relocation program.
Specialty Items
Gun safes, pianos, fine art, and antiques move with specialized dollies and technique, and are flagged on the estimate before the date, not on it.
Coverage
Released value protection at $0.60 per pound per item is included at no charge. Full Value Protection is available at a higher level of liability.
From Frisco, Plano, Richardson, Highland Park, or Uptown, our crew comes to you. Also see our Dallas long distance movers page.
Why Choose Firefighting’s Finest as Your Dallas to New York Movers?
We were founded by first responders and former military members, and discipline, hard work, and care are built into how we work. Every mover is a uniformed, background checked, drug tested employee. We run our business out of 4924 Woodall St in Dallas and have years of experience helping Texans move out of state. We give clear, straightforward estimates with no hidden fees, and we run our company on five values we call S.E.R.V.E: Safety, Excellence, Relationships, Value, and Ethics.
- Ft. Worth Texas Magazine Moving Company of the Year, 2015, 2016, and 2017
- Ft. Worth Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year, 2016
- Angie’s List Super Service Award, 2016 and 2017
- AMSA Independent Mover of the Year Award, 2018
- Ft. Worth BBB Torch Award for Marketing Ethics
- Southwest Movers Association Pinnacle Mover status
- ProMover, American Moving and Storage Association
- ESGR Pro Patria Award for military employer support
See our full list of awards, read our story, or meet the Dallas team.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moving From Dallas to New York
How much do Dallas to New York movers cost?
Movers do not charge an hourly rate for a move of about 1,550 miles. Federal regulations require interstate quotes to be based on the total weight or volume of your belongings combined with the distance.
Your final price is set in a written estimate based on your inventory, access at both ends, services, and date.
How many movers do I need for a Dallas to New York move?
A 1 bedroom apartment needs 2 movers. A 2 bedroom needs 2 to 3, a 3 bedroom needs 3 to 4, a 4 bedroom needs 4 to 6, and a 5 bedroom or larger home needs 5 or more, with a second truck for the largest homes.
What extra costs should I expect when moving to New York City?
The common ones are stairs or walk-up flights, a long carry when the truck cannot park near the entrance, a shuttle truck, street parking or street use permits, and building fees such as a freight elevator reservation or move-in deposit. Packing, specialty items, and Full Value Protection are priced separately.
How long does a move from Dallas to New York take?
It is about 1,550 miles and roughly 24 hours of driving, so this is a multi-day interstate move rather than a same day one. Your delivery window is agreed in writing before loading.
Is Dallas to New York an interstate move?
Yes. Crossing state lines puts the move under federal FMCSA rules. Our registration is US DOT 2783472 and MC #1016781, and you can verify both on the FMCSA website.
Does my New York building need a certificate of insurance?
Many Manhattan and Brooklyn buildings do. They typically want a certificate naming the building and management company, a freight elevator reserved to a fixed window, and sometimes a deposit. Ask your building manager for the rules before you choose a date, and send us the requirements so we can provide the paperwork.
What if my New York apartment is not ready?
We can hold your belongings in climate controlled storage in Dallas on a month to month agreement with no long term contract, and deliver when your place is ready.
How far ahead should I book?
We recommend reaching out a few weeks in advance so we can lock in your preferred date, and earlier for month end and summer dates, which fill first.
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Ready to Head to New York?
Tell us your home size, your New York building, and your date, and we will put a written estimate in front of you. Call 469-737-7800 or email dallas@firefightermovers.com.
