San Angelo, TX

Abilene, TX → San Angelo, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from Abilene to San Angelo

About 96 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,440–$2,140, delivery in 1–2 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 28 in San Angelo.

  • 96 miroad distance
  • 2 h 21 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,440–$2,1402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 96 miles (82 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 21 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
28 (9 interstate)

Reverse: San Angelo → Abilene

San Angelo sits about 96 miles southwest of Abilene, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 21 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,440 and $2,140, before packing or storage.

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 28 around San Angelo (9 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 San Angelo.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and San Angelo about 100,640. San Angelo is the denser city (1,673 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 San Angelo

Full-service estimate for 96 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $830 $1,010 $1,230
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $930 $1,140 $1,390
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,440 $1,760 $2,140
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,140 $2,620 $3,190
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,100 $3,780 $4,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$350

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,630

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

Full-service mover

$1,440–$2,140

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

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 44 movers in Abilene

Near San Angelo (destination)

Angelo Transportation Systems And Welch Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2526877
MC
877746
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Lone Star Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
870224
MC
381558
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

S2 Enterprises & More LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8781706
MC
68485717
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Desert Winds Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3877496
MC
1607687
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Caltex Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2643487
MC
926986
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Hopper House Investments LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1781304
MC
649544
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Fastlane Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4066994
MC
1544265
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

West Texas Trailer Rentals

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4477906
MC
1771173
Based in
San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 28 movers in San Angelo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Abilene to San Angelo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $830 to $1,230 for a studio, $930 to $1,390 for a one-bedroom, $1,440 to $2,140 for a two-bedroom, $2,140 to $3,190 for a three-bedroom and $3,100 to $4,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Angelo from Abilene?

About 96 road miles (82 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 21 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Abilene and San Angelo 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 San Angelo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,630. 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–San Angelo corridor.