College Station, TX → Encinitas, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from College Station to Encinitas

About 1,464 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,440–$9,580, delivery in 3–7 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 142 in Encinitas.

1,464 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,440–$9,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: College Station, Texas
To: Encinitas, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,464 miles (1,241 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Encinitas → College Station

The route from College Station, TX to Encinitas, CA covers roughly 1,464 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $6,440 to $9,580 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the College Station side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Encinitas (33 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 Encinitas.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and Encinitas about 61,000. Encinitas is the denser city (3,254 people per square mile versus 2,354 in College Station), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 College Station to Encinitas

Full-service estimate for 1,464 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,580	$3,140	$3,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,860	$4,710	$5,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,440	$7,850	$9,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,300	$12,560	$15,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,160	$17,270	$21,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,100–$2,970

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

Portable container

$2,330–$3,420

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

Full-service mover

$6,440–$9,580

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 College Station (origin)

All-N-1 Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3517665
MC: 1166477
Based in: Bryan, TX 77803 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (832) 366-3862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3997826
MC: 1543389
Based in: Bryan, TX 77801 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (979) 779-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clarke Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2566642
MC: 896373
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (434) 865-0625 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1384337
MC: 527500
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 693-6233 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Bcs INC

USDOT: 4174624
MC: 1606308
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (979) 201-8250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garrett Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 115045
MC: 133712
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (979) 255-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lard Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1320848
MC: 511132
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 324-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Plus Moving And More Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4117888
MC: 1574291
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (979) 321-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in College Station

Near Encinitas (destination)

Altman Specialty Plants LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 440672
MC: 277756
Based in: Vista, CA 92084 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 311 trucks, 309 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (760) 744-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pack & Crate Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 34546
MC: 136200
Based in: Escondido, CA 92025 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (909) 780-1073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Online Trucking Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159029
MC: 750403
Based in: Vista, CA 92081 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 598-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Barak Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4100368
MC: 1564012
Based in: San Diego, CA 92121 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (619) 856-6127 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grizzly Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642040
MC: 920877
Based in: San Diego, CA 92126 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (844) 474-9959 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antida Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2619707
MC: 913842
Based in: San Diego, CA 92127 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 398-6994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Operator Logistics Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2660024
MC: 1709631
Based in: Vista, CA 92083 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 941-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Resendiz Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3398785
MC: 1134994
Based in: Escondido, CA 92026 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 509-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Encinitas

Tips for this move

Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from College Station to Encinitas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,580 to $3,830 for a studio, $3,860 to $5,750 for a one-bedroom, $6,440 to $9,580 for a two-bedroom, $10,300 to $15,320 for a three-bedroom and $14,160 to $21,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Encinitas from College Station?

About 1,464 road miles (1,241 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 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 College Station to Encinitas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,100 to $2,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,330 to $3,420. 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 College Station–Encinitas corridor.