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Bozeman, MT → San Marcos, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Bozeman to San Marcos

About 1,537 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,860–$8,720, delivery in 5–10 days, 39 carriers on the Bozeman side and 94 in San Marcos.

  • 1,537 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,860–$8,7202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,537 miles (1,303 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
39 (27 interstate)
Movers at destination
94 (22 interstate)

Reverse: San Marcos → Bozeman

Moving from Bozeman to San Marcos is a cross-country move of roughly 1,537 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 $5,860 to $8,720 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 27 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 94 around San Marcos (22 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 Marcos.

Bozeman has a population of about 57,000 and San Marcos about 72,000. Bozeman is considerably denser (2,493 people per square mile versus 1,738), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bozeman to San Marcos

Full-service estimate for 1,537 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,340 $2,860 $3,490
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,520 $4,290 $5,230
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,860 $7,150 $8,720
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,380 $11,440 $13,950
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,900 $15,730 $19,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,180–$3,080

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

Portable container

$2,390–$3,520

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

Full-service mover

$5,860–$8,720

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 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 San Marcos (destination)

C Ranch Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2991875
MC
1167029
Based in
Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (512) 954-7964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bobcat Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobcat Movers LLC

USDOT
3659947
MC
1264932
Based in
San Marcos, TX 78666 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (512) 943-7689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hank Dewitt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1834622
MC
737654
Based in
San Marcos, TX 78666 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (619) 246-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackstar Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kidd Logistics LLC

USDOT
3642789
MC
1252496
Based in
Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (737) 312-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mj Transport Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4437014
MC
1746652
Based in
San Marcos, TX 78666 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck
USDOT registered
2025
Call (512) 994-9589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kathwa LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2175568
MC
914576
Based in
Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (571) 524-0068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cap City Movers LLC

USDOT
4039461
MC
1528182
Based in
Uhland, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (512) 590-1972 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Fast Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4391970
MC
1723014
Based in
Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (737) 378-7383 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 94 movers in San Marcos

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bozeman to San Marcos?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,340 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,520 to $5,230 for a one-bedroom, $5,860 to $8,720 for a two-bedroom, $9,380 to $13,950 for a three-bedroom and $12,900 to $19,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Marcos from Bozeman?

About 1,537 road miles (1,303 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 San Marcos?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,180 to $3,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,390 to $3,520. 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–San Marcos corridor.