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Midland, TX → San Francisco, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Midland to San Francisco

About 1,433 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,350–$9,450, delivery in 3–7 days, 94 carriers on the Midland side and 899 in San Francisco.

  • 1,433 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,350–$9,4502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,433 miles (1,214 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
94 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination
899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Midland

The route from Midland, TX to San Francisco, CA covers roughly 1,433 miles by road, a northwest-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 $6,350 to $9,450 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 25 hours (3 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 899 around San Francisco (270 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 San Francisco.

Midland has a population of about 147,615 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 1,755 in Midland), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Midland to San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 1,433 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,540 $3,100 $3,780
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,810 $4,650 $5,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,350 $7,750 $9,450
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,160 $12,390 $15,120
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,970 $17,040 $20,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,070–$2,930

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

Portable container

$2,300–$3,380

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

Full-service mover

$6,350–$9,450

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 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
Call (432) 694-9691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

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
Call (432) 337-1761 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agc Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arthur Garcia Cordova

USDOT
2860851
MC
966424
Based in
Midland, TX 79703 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (432) 517-5275 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (432) 703-7455 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (432) 686-2023 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid-Dessa Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mid-Dessa INC

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
Call (432) 520-4039 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 94 movers in Midland

Near San Francisco (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 899 movers in San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Midland to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,810 to $5,670 for a one-bedroom, $6,350 to $9,450 for a two-bedroom, $10,160 to $15,120 for a three-bedroom and $13,970 to $20,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Midland?

About 1,433 road miles (1,214 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

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 Midland to San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,070 to $2,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,300 to $3,380. 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–San Francisco corridor.