San Bernardino, CA

Austin, TX → San Bernardino, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Austin to San Bernardino

About 1,381 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,210–$9,240, delivery in 3–7 days, 868 carriers on the Austin side and 993 in San Bernardino.

  • 1,381 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,210–$9,2402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,381 miles (1,171 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
868 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination
993 (554 interstate)

Reverse: San Bernardino → Austin

San Bernardino sits about 1,381 miles west of Austin, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to California 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 $6,210 to $9,240 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 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 993 around San Bernardino (554 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 Bernardino.

Austin has a population of about 1 million and San Bernardino about 222,044. The two cities have comparable density (3,007 and 3,577 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Austin to San Bernardino

Full-service estimate for 1,381 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,480 $3,030 $3,690
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,720 $4,540 $5,540
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,210 $7,570 $9,240
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,930 $12,110 $14,780
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,660 $16,660 $20,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,020–$2,850

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

Portable container

$2,250–$3,310

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

Full-service mover

$6,210–$9,240

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 Austin (origin)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3538096
MC
1361596
Based in
Austin, TX 78759 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

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

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

Aifleet

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3443025
MC
1118730
Based in
Austin, TX 78701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

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

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate
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

Azuma

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4074353
MC
1548580
Based in
Austin, TX 78705 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Cadogan Tate Texas Cadogan Tate Austin Cadogan Tate Dallas

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

All 868 movers in Austin

Near San Bernardino (destination)

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1151662
MC
464864
Based in
Colton, CA 92324 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376402
MC
815769
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3799553
MC
1379375
Based in
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3038921
MC
60287
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Prestige

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2374229
MC
814849
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Rig Runner

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
475073
MC
212438
Based in
Rialto, CA 92377 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Seven Star Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3588865
MC
1214870
Based in
Fontana, CA 92336 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Excel Trans Management INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2574872
MC
900451
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 993 movers in San Bernardino

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Austin to San Bernardino?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,690 for a studio, $3,720 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,240 for a two-bedroom, $9,930 to $14,780 for a three-bedroom and $13,660 to $20,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Bernardino from Austin?

About 1,381 road miles (1,171 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 Austin to San Bernardino?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,020 to $2,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,250 to $3,310. 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–San Bernardino corridor.