Galveston, TX → Huntsville, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Galveston to Huntsville

About 728 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,710–$5,520, delivery in 2–5 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 204 in Huntsville.

728 miroad distance
13 h 15 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,710–$5,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Galveston, Texas
To: Huntsville, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 728 miles (617 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 15 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 204 (104 interstate)

Reverse: Huntsville → Galveston

Huntsville sits about 728 miles northeast of Galveston, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Alabama 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 $3,710 to $5,520 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 15 min.

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 204 around Huntsville (104 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 Huntsville.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and Huntsville about 233,627. Galveston is considerably denser (1,308 people per square mile versus 986), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Galveston to Huntsville

Full-service estimate for 728 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,480	$1,810	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,230	$2,720	$3,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,710	$4,530	$5,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,940	$7,240	$8,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,160	$9,960	$12,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,050–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$3,710–$5,520

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 Huntsville (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kemper Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 930909
MC: 401062
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35802 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (256) 885-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

This Side Up Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1874024
MC: 717350
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35806 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (256) 653-7612 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steve Cagle Trucking Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 274079
MC: 190361
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35805 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (256) 881-0098 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lambert Relocation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2459680
MC: 849703
Based in: Madison, AL 35756 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (256) 428-7470 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Tie Moving Services Huntsville Al

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gbpb LLC

USDOT: 3381623
MC: 1375777
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35805 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (256) 755-4836 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Transportation And Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1193208
MC: 475921
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (256) 541-9353 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jts Auto Recovery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael Lapp

USDOT: 1549350
MC: 977534
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35816 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (256) 539-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolt Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bolt Movers LLC

USDOT: 2959051
MC: 75856
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35805 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (334) 521-2092 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 204 movers in Huntsville

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Huntsville if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,210 for a studio, $2,230 to $3,310 for a one-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,520 for a two-bedroom, $5,940 to $8,830 for a three-bedroom and $8,160 to $12,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Huntsville from Galveston?

About 728 road miles (617 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Alabama 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 Huntsville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,050 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,460. 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–Huntsville corridor.