Harrisburg, PA

Fredericksburg, TX → Harrisburg, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fredericksburg to Harrisburg

About 1,669 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,070–$9,030, delivery in 5–10 days, 11 carriers on the Fredericksburg side and 251 in Harrisburg.

  • 1,669 miroad distance
  • 29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,070–$9,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,669 miles (1,415 straight-line)
Drive time
29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
11 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
251 (179 interstate)

Reverse: Harrisburg → Fredericksburg

Moving from Fredericksburg to Harrisburg is a cross-country move of roughly 1,669 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Pennsylvania.

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 $6,070 to $9,030 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Fredericksburg side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 251 around Harrisburg (179 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 Harrisburg.

Fredericksburg has a population of about 11,000 and Harrisburg about 50,000. Harrisburg is the denser city (6,171 people per square mile versus 1,138 in Fredericksburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fredericksburg to Harrisburg

Full-service estimate for 1,669 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,430 $2,960 $3,610
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,640 $4,440 $5,420
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,070 $7,400 $9,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,710 $11,840 $14,450
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,350 $16,280 $19,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,070–$9,030

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 Fredericksburg (origin)

Affordable Movers Of The Hill Country LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1937257
MC
981080
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Allied Moving & Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3349014
MC
1070341
Based in
Fredericksbrg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

A & L Moving LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2641216
MC
968782
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Sokoloff Transport

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2529407
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Anchor Moving Services INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2783059
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

4 Pardners Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4491786
MC
1775681
Based in
Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Diamond Classic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3665387
MC
1268885
Based in
Mason, TX 76856 (38 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Fast Fietz Moving

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2862121
Based in
Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

All 11 movers in Fredericksburg

Near Harrisburg (destination)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
446997
MC
242988
Based in
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
338861
MC
1099728
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3153461
MC
106240
Based in
New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1327266
MC
512911
Based in
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1859053
MC
672664
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4125068
MC
1578434
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
10676
MC
1635833
Based in
New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
836405
MC
123813
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fredericksburg to Harrisburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,430 to $3,610 for a studio, $3,640 to $5,420 for a one-bedroom, $6,070 to $9,030 for a two-bedroom, $9,710 to $14,450 for a three-bedroom and $13,350 to $19,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Harrisburg from Fredericksburg?

About 1,669 road miles (1,415 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Texas into Pennsylvania 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 Fredericksburg to Harrisburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 Fredericksburg–Harrisburg corridor.