Austin, TX → Albuquerque, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Austin to Albuquerque

About 725 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,780–$5,630, delivery in 2–5 days, 868 carriers on the Austin side and 129 in Albuquerque.

725 miroad distance
13 h 12 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,780–$5,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Austin, Texas
To: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 725 miles (614 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 12 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 868 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Albuquerque → Austin

Albuquerque sits about 725 miles northwest of Austin, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to New Mexico that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $3,780 to $5,630 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 12 min.

On the Austin side there are 868 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (241 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Albuquerque (72 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 Albuquerque.

Austin has a population of about 1 million and Albuquerque about 556,588. The two cities have comparable density (3,007 and 3,014 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that New Mexico does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Austin to Albuquerque

Full-service estimate for 725 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,510	$1,850	$2,250
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,270	$2,770	$3,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,780	$4,610	$5,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,050	$7,380	$9,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,320	$10,150	$12,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$3,780–$5,630

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Austin (origin)

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

Cadogan Tate Texas Cadogan Tate Austin Cadogan Tate Dallas

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

Near Albuquerque (destination)

Zanios Foods

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Labatt New Mexico LLC

USDOT: 2049756
MC: 936475
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87121 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (210) 661-4216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kirk Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 2907535
MC: 978867
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (319) 461-6567 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Afc Acquisition Corp

USDOT: 95864
MC: 487378
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 761-3285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95947
MC: 121026
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 823-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prorelo INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstar Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 2391081
MC: 821866
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (505) 888-1007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Moving Of New Mexico LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4490870
MC: 1776976
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (505) 344-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New Mexico Van Lines INC

USDOT: 337290
MC: 169871
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (505) 823-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480299
MC: 858314
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87114 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (505) 459-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Albuquerque

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,250 for a studio, $2,270 to $3,380 for a one-bedroom, $3,780 to $5,630 for a two-bedroom, $6,050 to $9,010 for a three-bedroom and $8,320 to $12,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albuquerque from Austin?

About 725 road miles (614 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 New Mexico 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 Austin to Albuquerque?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,450. 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 Austin–Albuquerque corridor.