Bozeman, MT → Houston, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Bozeman to Houston

About 1,637 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,020–$8,950, delivery in 5–10 days, 39 carriers on the Bozeman side and 3,257 in Houston.

1,637 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,020–$8,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bozeman, Montana
To: Houston, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,637 miles (1,387 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 39 (27 interstate)
Movers at destination: 3,257 (1,374 interstate)

Reverse: Houston → Bozeman

Moving from Bozeman to Houston is a cross-country move of roughly 1,637 road miles, heading southeast from Montana to Texas.

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 $6,020 to $8,950 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 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Bozeman side there are 39 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (27 of them authorized for interstate work), and 3,257 around Houston (1,374 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 Houston.

Bozeman has a population of about 57,000 and Houston about 2.4 million. Houston is the denser city (3,599 people per square mile versus 2,493 in Bozeman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bozeman to Houston

Full-service estimate for 1,637 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,410	$2,940	$3,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,610	$4,400	$5,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,020	$7,340	$8,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,630	$11,740	$14,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,240	$16,150	$19,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,280–$3,220

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,650

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

Full-service mover

$6,020–$8,950

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Bozeman (origin)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT: 4142949
MC: 1588857
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2316339
MC: 790746
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT: 436774
MC: 240409
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3854639
MC: 1406132
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 4460852
MC: 1762976
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8811771
MC: 77831789
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4557708
MC: 1811084
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1902328
MC: 1099864
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

Near Houston (destination)

Ceva Logistics US INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ceva Contract Logistics US INC

USDOT: 187774
MC: 152620
Based in: Houston, TX 77032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 452 trucks, 679 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (614) 482-5046 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xlr8 Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2926913
MC: 987802
Based in: Houston, TX 77073 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 331 trucks, 272 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (281) 784-2302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri Star Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 325836
MC: 1742035
Based in: Houston, TX 77028 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 282 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (713) 631-1095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palletized Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 152429
MC: 148279
Based in: Houston, TX 77009 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 224 trucks, 184 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (713) 225-3303 Route Verify on FMCSA

W W Rowland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 213641
MC: 161344
Based in: Houston, TX 77013 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (713) 675-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jetco Delivery

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jetco Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1470034
MC: 555157
Based in: Houston, TX 77032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 159 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (713) 676-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shark Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 541564
MC: 269507
Based in: Houston, TX 77016 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 126 trucks, 121 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (281) 458-2649 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2544062
MC: 10575
Based in: Houston, TX 77042 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (713) 935-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 3,257 movers in Houston

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bozeman to Houston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,410 to $3,580 for a studio, $3,610 to $5,370 for a one-bedroom, $6,020 to $8,950 for a two-bedroom, $9,630 to $14,330 for a three-bedroom and $13,240 to $19,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Houston from Bozeman?

About 1,637 road miles (1,387 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Montana 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 Bozeman to Houston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,280 to $3,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,650. 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 Bozeman–Houston corridor.