Bethesda, MD → San Angelo, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Bethesda to San Angelo

About 1,666 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,370–$9,480, delivery in 5–10 days, 660 carriers on the Bethesda side and 28 in San Angelo.

1,666 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,370–$9,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bethesda, Maryland
To: San Angelo, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,666 miles (1,411 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 660 (397 interstate)
Movers at destination: 28 (9 interstate)

Reverse: San Angelo → Bethesda

The route from Bethesda, MD to San Angelo, TX covers roughly 1,666 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,370 to $9,480 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Bethesda side there are 660 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 of them authorized for interstate work), and 28 around San Angelo (9 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 Angelo.

Bethesda has a population of about 68,000 and San Angelo about 100,640. Bethesda is considerably denser (5,132 people per square mile versus 1,673), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bethesda to San Angelo

Full-service estimate for 1,666 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,690
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,370	$7,770	$9,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,190	$12,430	$15,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,010	$17,090	$20,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,260

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,370–$9,480

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 Bethesda (origin)

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418499
MC: 63919
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308320
MC: 1053236
Based in: Beltsville, MD 20705 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (240) 805-4447 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&n Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3588170
MC: 1214409
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (240) 364-4387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT: 1442953
MC: 545874
Based in: Rockville, MD 20850 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT: 1300300
MC: 504611
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3268506
MC: 1031430
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20785 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bookstore Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2005212
MC: 707471
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20781 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (202) 570-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 660 movers in Bethesda

Near San Angelo (destination)

Angelo Transportation Systems And Welch Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huseman Logistics INC

USDOT: 2526877
MC: 877746
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (325) 655-1151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lone Star Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Beta Alpha Zeta INC

USDOT: 870224
MC: 381558
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (325) 655-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

S2 Enterprises & More LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8781706
MC: 68485717
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 453-1319 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Winds Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Desert Winds Group LTD

USDOT: 3877496
MC: 1607687
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (808) 348-4498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Caltex Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2643487
MC: 926986
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (325) 374-4335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hopper House Investments LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1781304
MC: 649544
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (325) 276-1978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastlane Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4066994
MC: 1544265
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (325) 227-9846 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Texas Trailer Rentals

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McMedia Solutions LLC

USDOT: 4477906
MC: 1771173
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 296-0660 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 28 movers in San Angelo

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in San Angelo accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bethesda to San Angelo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,790 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,690 for a one-bedroom, $6,370 to $9,480 for a two-bedroom, $10,190 to $15,160 for a three-bedroom and $14,010 to $20,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Angelo from Bethesda?

About 1,666 road miles (1,411 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Maryland into Texas 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 Bethesda to San Angelo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 Bethesda–San Angelo corridor.