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Arlington, TX → San Francisco, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Arlington to San Francisco

About 1,729 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,940–$10,330, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 899 in San Francisco.

  • 1,729 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,940–$10,3302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,729 miles (1,465 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination
899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Arlington

San Francisco sits about 1,729 miles west of Arlington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to California that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,940 to $10,330 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Arlington side there are 1,724 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (721 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.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 4,111 in Arlington), 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 Arlington to San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 1,729 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,780 $3,390 $4,130
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,160 $5,080 $6,200
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,940 $8,460 $10,330
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,100 $13,540 $16,520
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,270 $18,620 $22,720

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,380–$3,360

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

Portable container

$2,560–$3,770

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

Full-service mover

$6,940–$10,330

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Arlington, TX → San Francisco, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Arlington (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
160955
MC
180584
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT
1836511
MC
665731
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT
822809
MC
364675
Based in
Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1986353
MC
703067
Based in
North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT
1018527
MC
427093
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3508894
MC
1160787
Based in
Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927239
MC
987973
Based in
Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3977236
MC
1488003
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

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 Arlington to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,780 to $4,130 for a studio, $4,160 to $6,200 for a one-bedroom, $6,940 to $10,330 for a two-bedroom, $11,100 to $16,520 for a three-bedroom and $15,270 to $22,720 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Arlington?

About 1,729 road miles (1,465 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 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 Arlington to San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,380 to $3,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,770. 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 Arlington–San Francisco corridor.