Albany, NY → San Angelo, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Albany to San Angelo

About 1,949 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,230–$10,760, delivery in 5–10 days, 243 carriers on the Albany side and 28 in San Angelo.

1,949 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,230–$10,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Albany, New York
To: San Angelo, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,949 miles (1,652 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 243 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 28 (9 interstate)

Reverse: San Angelo → Albany

Moving from Albany to San Angelo is a cross-country move of roughly 1,949 road miles, heading west from New York to 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 $7,230 to $10,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Albany side there are 243 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (100 of them authorized for interstate work), and 28 around San Angelo (9 interstate). For an interstate 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.

Albany has a population of about 101,698 and San Angelo about 100,640. Albany is considerably denser (4,637 people per square mile versus 1,673), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in New York, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Albany to San Angelo

Full-service estimate for 1,949 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,890	$3,530	$4,300
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,340	$5,290	$6,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,230	$8,820	$10,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,570	$14,110	$17,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,900	$19,390	$23,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,750–$3,890

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

Portable container

$2,760–$4,060

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

Full-service mover

$7,230–$10,760

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Albany (origin)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

Near San Angelo (destination)

Angelo Transportation Systems And Welch Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huseman Logistics INC

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

Call (325) 655-1151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lone Star Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Beta Alpha Zeta INC

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

Call (325) 655-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (318) 453-1319 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Winds Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Desert Winds Group LTD

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

Call (808) 348-4498 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 374-4335 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 276-1978 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 227-9846 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Texas Trailer Rentals

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McMedia Solutions LLC

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

Call (325) 296-0660 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 28 movers in San Angelo

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,890 to $4,300 for a studio, $4,340 to $6,450 for a one-bedroom, $7,230 to $10,760 for a two-bedroom, $11,570 to $17,210 for a three-bedroom and $15,900 to $23,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Angelo from Albany?

About 1,949 road miles (1,652 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from New York into Texas makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Albany to San Angelo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,750 to $3,890 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,760 to $4,060. 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 Albany–San Angelo corridor.