Corpus Christi, TX → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Corpus Christi to Hilo

About 4,334 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,780–$17,530, delivery in 7–14 days, 98 carriers on the Corpus Christi side and 19 in Hilo.

4,334 miroad distance
75 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,780–$17,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corpus Christi, Texas
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 4,334 miles (3,673 straight-line)
Drive time: 75 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Corpus Christi

Moving from Corpus Christi to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 4,334 road miles, heading west from Texas to Hawaii.

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 $11,780 to $17,530 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 75 hours (9 driving days).

On the Corpus Christi side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Corpus Christi has a population of about 317,247 and Hilo about 45,000. Corpus Christi is considerably denser (1,960 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Corpus Christi to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 4,334 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,710	$5,750	$7,010
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,070	$8,620	$10,520
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,780	$14,370	$17,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,850	$22,990	$28,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,920	$31,610	$38,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,950–$8,400

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

Portable container

$4,890–$7,190

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

Full-service mover

$11,780–$17,530

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Corpus Christi (origin)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Corpus Christi LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1645783
MC: 733947
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (361) 883-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4370349
MC: 1711605
Based in: Portland, TX 78374 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (469) 732-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Notch Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2547963
MC: 90025
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (361) 854-7232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom Life Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3383345
MC: 1086221
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 558-3079 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Move In Texas

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Corpus Christi Transfer Co

USDOT: 136463
MC: 69361
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (361) 883-4391 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & Lulu Logistics

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Lulu Trade LLC

USDOT: 4250863
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (361) 396-8151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chilly'S Affordable & Reliable Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Henry Lewis

USDOT: 2820714
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Bomy Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4244834
MC: 1644458
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (910) 977-1916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Corpus Christi

Near Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Corpus Christi to Hilo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,710 to $7,010 for a studio, $7,070 to $10,520 for a one-bedroom, $11,780 to $17,530 for a two-bedroom, $18,850 to $28,050 for a three-bedroom and $25,920 to $38,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Corpus Christi?

About 4,334 road miles (3,673 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 75 hours (9 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Hawaii 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 Corpus Christi to Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,950 to $8,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,890 to $7,190. 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 Corpus Christi–Hilo corridor.