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Fredericksburg, TX → San Marcos, TX · Short-haul move

Movers from Fredericksburg to San Marcos

About 74 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,340–$1,990, delivery in 1–2 days, 11 carriers on the Fredericksburg side and 94 in San Marcos.

  • 74 miroad distance
  • 1 h 59 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,340–$1,9902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 74 miles (62 straight-line)
Drive time
1 h 59 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
11 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
94 (22 interstate)

Reverse: San Marcos → Fredericksburg

San Marcos sits about 74 miles southeast of Fredericksburg, 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 1 h 59 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,340 and $1,990, before packing or storage.

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 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.

Fredericksburg has a population of about 11,000 and San Marcos about 72,000. San Marcos is the denser city (1,738 people per square mile versus 1,138 in Fredericksburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Fredericksburg to San Marcos

Full-service estimate for 74 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $750 $920 $1,120
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $860 $1,040 $1,270
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,340 $1,630 $1,990
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,020 $2,460 $3,000
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $2,940 $3,590 $4,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$320

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,600

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

Full-service mover

$1,340–$1,990

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
Call (830) 997-9110 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (830) 456-2303 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (830) 456-2571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sokoloff Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Maxmillian Sokoloff

USDOT
2529407
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (830) 307-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (830) 992-3729 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (325) 248-7022 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (254) 415-1464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Fietz Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Fast Fietz Moving LLC

USDOT
2862121
Based in
Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (512) 938-9956 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Fredericksburg

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 Fredericksburg to San Marcos?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $750 to $1,120 for a studio, $860 to $1,270 for a one-bedroom, $1,340 to $1,990 for a two-bedroom, $2,020 to $3,000 for a three-bedroom and $2,940 to $4,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Marcos from Fredericksburg?

About 74 road miles (62 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg to San Marcos?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,600. 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–San Marcos corridor.