San Marcos, TX

College Station, TX → San Marcos, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from College Station to San Marcos

About 129 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,000–$2,980, delivery in 1–2 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 94 in San Marcos.

  • 129 miroad distance
  • 2 h 55 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,000–$2,9802-bedroom estimate
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 129 miles (110 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 55 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination
94 (22 interstate)

Reverse: San Marcos → College Station

San Marcos sits about 129 miles southwest of College Station, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 55 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,000 and $2,980, before packing or storage.

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 94 around San Marcos (22 interstate). For an in-state 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.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and San Marcos about 72,000. College Station is considerably denser (2,354 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.

Cost of moving from College Station to San Marcos

Full-service estimate for 129 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,000 $2,440 $2,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,200 $3,910 $4,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,410 $5,370 $6,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$400

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,670

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

Full-service mover

$2,000–$2,980

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

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

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

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

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate
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

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

C&c Oilfield Hauling

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

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

All 110 movers in College Station

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

Bobcat Movers

Licensed interstate
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

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

Blackstar Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3642789
MC
1252496
Based in
Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

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

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

Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4039461
MC
1528182
Based in
Uhland, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

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

All 94 movers in San Marcos

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from College Station to San Marcos?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,210 to $1,790 for a one-bedroom, $2,000 to $2,980 for a two-bedroom, $3,200 to $4,770 for a three-bedroom and $4,410 to $6,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Marcos from College Station?

About 129 road miles (110 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 55 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both College Station and San Marcos are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for College Station to San Marcos?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,670. 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–San Marcos corridor.