Hilo, HI → Kerrville, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Hilo to Kerrville

About 4,184 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,510–$17,130, delivery in 7–14 days, 19 carriers on the Hilo side and 31 in Kerrville.

4,184 miroad distance
72 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,510–$17,1302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hilo, Hawaii
To: Kerrville, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 4,184 miles (3,546 straight-line)
Drive time: 72 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 19 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (7 interstate)

Reverse: Kerrville → Hilo

The route from Hilo, HI to Kerrville, TX covers roughly 4,184 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 $11,510 to $17,130 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 72 hours (9 driving days).

On the Hilo side there are 19 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 31 around Kerrville (7 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 Kerrville.

Hilo has a population of about 45,000 and Kerrville about 25,000. The two cities have comparable density (824 and 1,068 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in Hawaii, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Hilo to Kerrville

Full-service estimate for 4,184 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,610	$5,620	$6,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,910	$8,420	$10,280
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,510	$14,040	$17,130
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,420	$22,470	$27,410
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,330	$30,890	$37,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,800–$8,190

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

Portable container

$4,750–$6,990

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

Full-service mover

$11,510–$17,130

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hilo (origin)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

Near Kerrville (destination)

Riverhills Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacksons Investment LLC

USDOT: 3561425
MC: 1196218
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (830) 329-7272 Route Verify on FMCSA

King Surplus Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ranger Trailers INC

USDOT: 1066545
MC: 653372
Based in: Comfort, TX 78013 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (830) 775-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rose Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rosalba Avalos

USDOT: 1779973
MC: 649192
Based in: Comfort, TX 78013 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (210) 452-1258 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riverhills Enterprise LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3569383
MC: 1201808
Based in: Center Point, TX 78010 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (830) 890-8230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Moving & Climate Controlled Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Stephen Rodriguez

USDOT: 2303224
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (830) 896-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Krv Enterprises LLC Series-A

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2374602
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (830) 895-5580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ivycreek Reflections

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Integrity Movers LLC

USDOT: 3298576
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 777-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midnight Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Midnight Express Transportation

USDOT: 3362044
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 285-4210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Kerrville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hilo to Kerrville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,610 to $6,850 for a studio, $6,910 to $10,280 for a one-bedroom, $11,510 to $17,130 for a two-bedroom, $18,420 to $27,410 for a three-bedroom and $25,330 to $37,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kerrville from Hilo?

About 4,184 road miles (3,546 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 72 hours (9 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Hawaii into Texas 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 Hilo to Kerrville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,800 to $8,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,750 to $6,990. 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 Hilo–Kerrville corridor.