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Sandy Springs, GA

Austin, TX → Sandy Springs, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Austin to Sandy Springs

About 970 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,460–$6,630, delivery in 2–5 days, 868 carriers on the Austin side and 1,111 in Sandy Springs.

  • 970 miroad distance
  • 17 h 25 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,460–$6,6302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 970 miles (822 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 25 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
868 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,111 (515 interstate)

Reverse: Sandy Springs → Austin

Sandy Springs sits about 970 miles east of Austin, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Georgia 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 $4,460 to $6,630 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 17 h 25 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 1,111 around Sandy Springs (515 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 Sandy Springs.

Austin has a population of about 1 million and Sandy Springs about 105,013. The two cities have comparable density (3,007 and 2,867 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Austin to Sandy Springs

Full-service estimate for 970 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,780 $2,170 $2,650
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,670 $3,260 $3,980
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,460 $5,440 $6,630
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,130 $8,700 $10,610
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,810 $11,960 $14,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,040

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$4,460–$6,630

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Austin, TX → Sandy Springs, GA. 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 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 Sandy Springs (destination)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Home Depot USA INC

USDOT
334286
MC
1060197
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (770) 600-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lazer Spot INC

USDOT
850629
MC
370668
Based in
Alpharetta, GA 30005 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (678) 771-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tq Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
767495
MC
344964
Based in
Marietta, GA 30064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
188 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (770) 426-8050 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
233221
MC
1727004
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (770) 779-4332 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssb Logistics LLC

USDOT
1041301
MC
664290
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30326 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (404) 534-5654 Route Verify on FMCSA

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genuine Parts Company

USDOT
3774
MC
168488
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (678) 934-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1187702
MC
469637
Based in
Doraville, GA 30340 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251051
MC
1023120
Based in
Duluth, GA 30096 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (888) 507-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,111 movers in Sandy Springs

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Austin to Sandy Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,650 for a studio, $2,670 to $3,980 for a one-bedroom, $4,460 to $6,630 for a two-bedroom, $7,130 to $10,610 for a three-bedroom and $9,810 to $14,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sandy Springs from Austin?

About 970 road miles (822 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 25 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 Georgia 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 Sandy Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,770. 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 Austin–Sandy Springs corridor.