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Fredericksburg, VA

Galveston, TX → Fredericksburg, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Galveston to Fredericksburg

About 1,395 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,690–$8,460, delivery in 3–7 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 152 in Fredericksburg.

  • 1,395 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,690–$8,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,395 miles (1,182 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination
152 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Galveston

Fredericksburg sits about 1,395 miles northeast of Galveston, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Virginia that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,690 to $8,460 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Galveston side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 152 around Fredericksburg (107 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 Fredericksburg.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and Fredericksburg about 28,000. Fredericksburg is the denser city (2,678 people per square mile versus 1,308 in Galveston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Galveston to Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 1,395 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,270 $2,770 $3,380
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,410 $4,160 $5,080
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,690 $6,930 $8,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,100 $11,100 $13,540
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,510 $15,260 $18,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,030–$2,870

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

Portable container

$2,270–$3,330

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

Full-service mover

$5,690–$8,460

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 Galveston (origin)

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3697335
MC
1292296
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2090316
MC
729281
Based in
Santa Fe, TX 77510 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cygnus Elite Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4337094
MC
1728732
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (409) 939-9709 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acjp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9056898
MC
88460689
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (347) 989-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

4rodllc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9139602
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 454-0749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Statewide Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2026122
MC
712238
Based in
Galveston, TX 77551 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 884-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

M Ran Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2791855
MC
926762
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (310) 654-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sorto Freight Solutions LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6056956
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 916-1738 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Galveston

Near Fredericksburg (destination)

Hilldrup Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hilldrup Companies INC

USDOT
22302
MC
125294
Based in
Stafford, VA 22554 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
297 trucks, 245 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (703) 441-4888 Route Verify on FMCSA

2c Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 2c Logistics Delivery LLC

USDOT
3676372
MC
1276873
Based in
Fredricksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (678) 776-9972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alsop Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2587296
MC
906952
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (540) 654-6980 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cornerstone Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2445478
MC
844963
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (571) 210-4280 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Barber Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1728636
MC
633397
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (540) 710-1803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alsop Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1425222
MC
538857
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (540) 834-2118 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patty Sullivan Recon INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
671608
MC
315134
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (540) 654-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All In One Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1695684
MC
622616
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (571) 408-4893 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Fredericksburg

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,270 to $3,380 for a studio, $3,410 to $5,080 for a one-bedroom, $5,690 to $8,460 for a two-bedroom, $9,100 to $13,540 for a three-bedroom and $12,510 to $18,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Galveston?

About 1,395 road miles (1,182 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 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 Virginia 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 Galveston to Fredericksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,030 to $2,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,330. 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 Galveston–Fredericksburg corridor.