Abilene, TX → Austin, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Abilene to Austin

About 224 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,340–$3,480, delivery in 1–2 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 868 in Austin.

224 miroad distance
4 h 34 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,340–$3,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Abilene, Texas
To: Austin, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 224 miles (189 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 34 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 868 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Austin → Abilene

Moving from Abilene to Austin is a regional long-distance move of roughly 224 road miles, heading southeast within Texas.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $2,340 to $3,480 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 34 min.

On the Abilene side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 868 around Austin (241 interstate). For an in-state move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Austin.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Austin about 1 million. Austin is the denser city (3,007 people per square mile versus 1,173 in Abilene), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Abilene to Austin

Full-service estimate for 224 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,400	$1,710	$2,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,340	$2,850	$3,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,740	$4,560	$5,570
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$540

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,220–$1,790

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$2,340–$3,480

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Abilene (origin)

Arim Forwarding INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 278906
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (325) 695-1684 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emmabuz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4074734
MC: 1548815
Based in: Abilene, TX 79606 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (325) 201-2910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Motion Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3813269
MC: 1377020
Based in: Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (954) 444-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hhh&n LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3668944
MC: 1271457
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (325) 201-5610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Faderah Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4409948
MC: 1768741
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (713) 258-4292 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bwj Properties LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2837315
MC: 1079840
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (325) 672-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Pace Solutions LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4500911
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 829-5377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Complete Moving And Storage Of Abilene INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2077019
Based in: Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (325) 692-0613 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Abilene

Near Austin (destination)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Apple Moving LLC

USDOT: 3538096
MC: 1361596
Based in: Austin, TX 78759 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 397-1248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doxa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2608633
MC: 917444
Based in: Austin, TX 78750 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (737) 444-7778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spur Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190438
MC: 1544165
Based in: Austin, TX 78753 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 106 trucks, 101 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (866) 250-8589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aifleet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Ai Fleet INC

USDOT: 3443025
MC: 1118730
Based in: Austin, TX 78701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (737) 937-6883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lvs Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3903424
MC: 1438723
Based in: Austin, TX 78729 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (781) 266-7968 Route Verify on FMCSA

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Square Cow Moovers LLC

USDOT: 1748594
MC: 640166
Based in: Cedar Park, TX 78613 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (512) 401-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azuma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Azuma Leasing LLC

USDOT: 4074353
MC: 1548580
Based in: Austin, TX 78705 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (512) 233-5019 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: White Glove Storage And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1598596
MC: 591409
Based in: Austin, TX 78744 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (512) 490-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 868 movers in Austin

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Abilene to Austin?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,090 for a one-bedroom, $2,340 to $3,480 for a two-bedroom, $3,740 to $5,570 for a three-bedroom and $5,150 to $7,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Austin from Abilene?

About 224 road miles (189 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Abilene and Austin are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Abilene to Austin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,790. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Abilene–Austin corridor.