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Amarillo, TX → San Francisco, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Amarillo to San Francisco

About 1,363 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,160–$9,160, delivery in 3–7 days, 82 carriers on the Amarillo side and 899 in San Francisco.

  • 1,363 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,160–$9,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,363 miles (1,155 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
82 (45 interstate)
Movers at destination
899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Amarillo

Moving from Amarillo to San Francisco is a long-distance move of roughly 1,363 road miles, heading west from Texas to California.

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 $6,160 to $9,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Amarillo side there are 82 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (45 of them authorized for interstate work), and 899 around San Francisco (270 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 Francisco.

Amarillo has a population of about 205,130 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 1,959 in Amarillo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Amarillo to San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 1,363 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,460 $3,000 $3,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,700 $4,510 $5,500
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,160 $7,510 $9,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,850 $12,020 $14,660
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,550 $16,520 $20,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,000–$2,820

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

Portable container

$2,240–$3,290

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

Full-service mover

$6,160–$9,160

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

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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 Amarillo (origin)

Panhandle Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1805503
MC
658792
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
91 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (806) 372-3851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Plains Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alisam Enterprises LLC

USDOT
2257395
MC
268796
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 83 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (806) 242-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lmse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2465051
MC
957350
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79108 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (806) 731-4720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mares Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3260407
MC
1027740
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (806) 680-0774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allegiance Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3348053
MC
1069858
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79109 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (806) 584-4650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mobile On Demand Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1953681
MC
699614
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79110 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (806) 350-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viva Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3737604
MC
1321822
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79104 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (915) 238-0696 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ram Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3561243
MC
1196089
Based in
Claude, TX 79109 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (806) 341-6575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 82 movers in Amarillo

Near San Francisco (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 899 movers in San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Amarillo to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,460 to $3,660 for a studio, $3,700 to $5,500 for a one-bedroom, $6,160 to $9,160 for a two-bedroom, $9,850 to $14,660 for a three-bedroom and $13,550 to $20,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Amarillo?

About 1,363 road miles (1,155 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas into California 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 Amarillo to San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,000 to $2,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,240 to $3,290. 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 Amarillo–San Francisco corridor.