Hyannis, MA

Galveston, TX → Hyannis, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Galveston to Hyannis

About 1,915 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,100–$10,570, delivery in 5–10 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 65 in Hyannis.

  • 1,915 miroad distance
  • 33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,100–$10,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,915 miles (1,623 straight-line)
Drive time
33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination
65 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Hyannis → Galveston

The route from Galveston, TX to Hyannis, MA covers roughly 1,915 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,100 to $10,570 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 33 hours (4 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 65 around Hyannis (29 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 Hyannis.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and Hyannis about 14,000. Galveston is considerably denser (1,308 people per square mile versus 240), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Massachusetts does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Galveston to Hyannis

Full-service estimate for 1,915 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,840 $3,470 $4,230
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,260 $5,200 $6,340
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,100 $8,660 $10,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,370 $13,860 $16,910
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,630 $19,060 $23,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,720–$3,840

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

Portable container

$2,730–$4,010

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

Full-service mover

$7,100–$10,570

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

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 37 movers in Galveston

Near Hyannis (destination)

Ac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3234086
MC
1014551
Based in
S Yarmouth, MA 02664 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Compass Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1438369
MC
543531
Based in
Dennis, MA 02660 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Cape Cod Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
945205
MC
405713
Based in
Bourne, MA 02532 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Vanguard Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1056544
MC
441332
Based in
Hyannis, MA 02601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Precision Disposal

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3657536
MC
1263182
Based in
Forestdale, MA 02644 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Mainland Connection

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4224104
MC
1633175
Based in
Hyannis, MA 02601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Gordons Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2932507
MC
990380
Based in
West Yarmouth, MA 02673 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Feare N&a Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3490434
MC
1148578
Based in
Centerville, MA 02632 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 65 movers in Hyannis

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,840 to $4,230 for a studio, $4,260 to $6,340 for a one-bedroom, $7,100 to $10,570 for a two-bedroom, $11,370 to $16,910 for a three-bedroom and $15,630 to $23,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hyannis from Galveston?

About 1,915 road miles (1,623 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Massachusetts 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 Hyannis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,720 to $3,840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,730 to $4,010. 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–Hyannis corridor.