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Laredo, TX → Palo Alto, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Laredo to Palo Alto

About 1,746 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,970–$10,370, delivery in 5–10 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 233 in Palo Alto.

  • 1,746 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,970–$10,3702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,746 miles (1,480 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination
233 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Palo Alto → Laredo

Moving from Laredo to Palo Alto is a cross-country move of roughly 1,746 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to California.

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 $6,970 to $10,370 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Laredo side there are 323 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 233 around Palo Alto (62 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 Palo Alto.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Palo Alto about 67,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,396 and 2,851 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Laredo to Palo Alto

Full-service estimate for 1,746 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,790 $3,400 $4,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,180 $5,100 $6,220
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,970 $8,500 $10,370
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,150 $13,600 $16,590
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,330 $18,700 $22,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,390–$3,380

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

Portable container

$2,580–$3,790

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

Full-service mover

$6,970–$10,370

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 Laredo (origin)

G & G Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3606104
MC
1226590
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (956) 286-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Selax Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3111107
MC
82750
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 337-7735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jigsaw Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3023251
MC
35486
Based in
Laredo, TX 78043 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (956) 645-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhg Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3282371
MC
1037983
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (956) 608-2242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Quick Freight Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2585079
MC
905783
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (956) 744-7037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bgl Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3693941
MC
1289802
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (956) 480-5781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daytona Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3081675
MC
67637
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 740-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: G&h Logistics LLC

USDOT
1166455
MC
469438
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (956) 602-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Palo Alto (destination)

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389468
MC
1089109
Based in
San Jose, CA 95126 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251388
MC
1023623
Based in
Fremont, CA 94538 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3488549
MC
1147342
Based in
Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (341) 236-1056 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 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Careful Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Careful Movers INC

USDOT
1464935
MC
553377
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (650) 595-8400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3247717
MC
1021407
Based in
Santa Clara, CA 95050 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mav Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4340425
MC
77787146
Based in
Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (510) 456-5745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 233 movers in Palo Alto

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laredo to Palo Alto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,790 to $4,150 for a studio, $4,180 to $6,220 for a one-bedroom, $6,970 to $10,370 for a two-bedroom, $11,150 to $16,590 for a three-bedroom and $15,330 to $22,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palo Alto from Laredo?

About 1,746 road miles (1,480 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 Laredo to Palo Alto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,390 to $3,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,580 to $3,790. 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 Laredo–Palo Alto corridor.