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Galveston, TX → San Jose, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Galveston to San Jose

About 1,938 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,310–$10,870, delivery in 5–10 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 484 in San Jose.

  • 1,938 miroad distance
  • 34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,310–$10,8702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,938 miles (1,643 straight-line)
Drive time
34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination
484 (125 interstate)

Reverse: San Jose → Galveston

The route from Galveston, TX to San Jose, CA covers roughly 1,938 miles by road, a northwest-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 $7,310 to $10,870 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 34 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 484 around San Jose (125 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 San Jose.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and San Jose about 989,814. San Jose is the denser city (5,683 people per square mile versus 1,308 in Galveston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Galveston to San Jose

Full-service estimate for 1,938 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,920 $3,560 $4,350
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,380 $5,350 $6,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,310 $8,910 $10,870
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,690 $14,260 $17,400
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,080 $19,610 $23,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,740–$3,870

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

Portable container

$2,750–$4,040

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

Full-service mover

$7,310–$10,870

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Galveston, TX → San Jose, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 San Jose (destination)

Legacy Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2043462
MC
716505
Based in
San Jose, CA 95122 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (408) 213-6326 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389468
MC
1089109
Based in
San Jose, CA 95126 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crew Point Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3462710
MC
96075878
Based in
San Jose, CA 95122 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
44 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (408) 601-0416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eloka Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3455711
MC
1126373
Based in
San Jose, CA 95125 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (408) 500-8852 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT
2974713
MC
10809
Based in
San Jose, CA 95131 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trident Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Shefali Toor

USDOT
2641089
MC
920395
Based in
San Jose, CA 95133 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (408) 455-0526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Advantage Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amber Transportation Group INC

USDOT
1038505
MC
426960
Based in
Milpitas, CA 95035 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (408) 935-9115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3247717
MC
1021407
Based in
Santa Clara, CA 95050 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 484 movers in San Jose

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Galveston to San Jose?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,920 to $4,350 for a studio, $4,380 to $6,520 for a one-bedroom, $7,310 to $10,870 for a two-bedroom, $11,690 to $17,400 for a three-bedroom and $16,080 to $23,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Jose from Galveston?

About 1,938 road miles (1,643 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 California 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 San Jose?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,740 to $3,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,750 to $4,040. 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–San Jose corridor.