Hilo, HI

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

Movers from Midland to Hilo

About 3,974 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,140–$16,570, delivery in 7–14 days, 94 carriers on the Midland side and 19 in Hilo.

  • 3,974 miroad distance
  • 69 hours (8 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $11,140–$16,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,974 miles (3,368 straight-line)
Drive time
69 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
94 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination
19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Midland

Hilo sits about 3,974 miles west of Midland, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Hawaii that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $11,140 to $16,570 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 69 hours (8 driving days).

On the Midland side there are 94 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Midland has a population of about 147,615 and Hilo about 45,000. Midland is considerably denser (1,755 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Midland to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 3,974 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,450 $5,430 $6,630
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,680 $8,150 $9,940
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $11,140 $13,580 $16,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $17,820 $21,730 $26,510
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $24,500 $29,880 $36,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,430–$7,670

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

Portable container

$4,570–$6,720

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

Full-service mover

$11,140–$16,570

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Midland (origin)

McClatchy Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
151233
MC
93439
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1790390
MC
779115
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
817981
MC
265731
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Agc Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2860851
MC
966424
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327757
MC
1071482
Based in
Midland, TX 79707 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Mister M&k Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3039472
MC
1306101
Based in
Midland, TX 79706 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Majestic Petroleum Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2282873
MC
787218
Based in
Midland, TX 79705 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mid-Dessa Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858651
MC
981610
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 94 movers in Midland

Near Hilo (destination)

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

Hitco Moving & Storage

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,450 to $6,630 for a studio, $6,680 to $9,940 for a one-bedroom, $11,140 to $16,570 for a two-bedroom, $17,820 to $26,510 for a three-bedroom and $24,500 to $36,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Midland?

About 3,974 road miles (3,368 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 69 hours (8 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 Texas into Hawaii 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 Midland to Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,430 to $7,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,570 to $6,720. 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 Midland–Hilo corridor.