Kerrville, TX → Ames, IA · Long-distance move
About 1,042 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,510–$6,720, delivery in 3–7 days, 31 carriers on the Kerrville side and 55 in Ames.
The route from Kerrville, TX to Ames, IA covers roughly 1,042 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,510 to $6,720 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 40 min.
On the Kerrville side there are 31 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (7 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Ames (25 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 Ames.
Kerrville has a population of about 25,000 and Ames about 66,000. Ames is the denser city (2,355 people per square mile versus 1,068 in Kerrville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,810 | $2,200 | $2,690 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,710 | $3,300 | $4,030 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,510 | $5,510 | $6,720 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $7,220 | $8,810 | $10,750 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $9,930 | $12,110 | $14,780 |
$1,520–$2,150
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,950–$2,870
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,510–$6,720
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Kerrville, TX → Ames, IA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Jacksons Investment LLC
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Legal name: Integrity Movers LLC
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Legal name: Central Iowa Towing And Recovery INC
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,690 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,030 for a one-bedroom, $4,510 to $6,720 for a two-bedroom, $7,220 to $10,750 for a three-bedroom and $9,930 to $14,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,042 road miles (883 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 40 min.
Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Iowa 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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.
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 Kerrville–Ames corridor.