Galveston, TX → Shreveport, LA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Galveston to Shreveport

About 280 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,470–$3,680, delivery in 1–3 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 81 in Shreveport.

280 miroad distance
5 h 32 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,470–$3,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Galveston, Texas
To: Shreveport, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 280 miles (237 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 32 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 81 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Shreveport → Galveston

Moving from Galveston to Shreveport is a regional long-distance move of roughly 280 road miles, heading north from Texas to Louisiana.

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 $2,470 to $3,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 32 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 81 around Shreveport (46 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 Shreveport.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and Shreveport about 175,902. Shreveport is the denser city (1,740 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 Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Galveston to Shreveport

Full-service estimate for 280 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,480	$1,810	$2,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,470	$3,010	$3,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,960	$4,820	$5,890
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,440	$6,630	$8,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$440–$620

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

Portable container

$1,270–$1,870

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

Full-service mover

$2,470–$3,680

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 Shreveport (destination)

Distribution Center

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Multi Merchants INC

USDOT: 329976
MC: 214531
Based in: Shreveport, LA 71101 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (318) 424-7715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rials Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 531994
MC: 377432
Based in: Greenwood, LA 71033 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (318) 938-7489 Route Verify on FMCSA

At Your Service Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: At Your Service Mobile Detailing LLC

USDOT: 4709194
MC: 78051792
Based in: Shreveport, LA 71106 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 250-7575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Wolf Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3017195
MC: 32377
Based in: Shreveport, LA 71148 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (318) 525-6114 Verify on FMCSA

J & J Transporting And Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3172857
MC: 1345099
Based in: Shreveport, LA 71106 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (318) 891-1080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Mobility Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2124241
MC: 826909
Based in: Bossier City, LA 71112 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (318) 549-9426 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Era Trucking & Logistics, LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 6061387
MC: 56780556
Based in: Bossier City, LA 71112 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (469) 479-6685 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving On A Budget

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3412395
MC: 1702771
Based in: Bossier City, LA 71111 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (318) 465-4270 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Shreveport

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,480 to $2,210 for a one-bedroom, $2,470 to $3,680 for a two-bedroom, $3,960 to $5,890 for a three-bedroom and $5,440 to $8,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Shreveport from Galveston?

About 280 road miles (237 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Louisiana 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 Shreveport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $440 to $620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,870. 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–Shreveport corridor.