Montgomery, AL → San Angelo, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Montgomery to San Angelo

About 984 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,310–$6,410, delivery in 2–5 days, 172 carriers on the Montgomery side and 28 in San Angelo.

984 miroad distance
17 h 40 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,310–$6,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Montgomery, Alabama
To: San Angelo, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 984 miles (834 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 40 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 172 (94 interstate)
Movers at destination: 28 (9 interstate)

Reverse: San Angelo → Montgomery

The route from Montgomery, AL to San Angelo, TX covers roughly 984 miles by road, a west-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 $4,310 to $6,410 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 40 min.

On the Montgomery side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (94 of them authorized for interstate work), and 28 around San Angelo (9 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 Angelo.

Montgomery has a population of about 195,300 and San Angelo about 100,640. San Angelo is the denser city (1,673 people per square mile versus 1,255 in Montgomery), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Montgomery to San Angelo

Full-service estimate for 984 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,720	$2,100	$2,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,580	$3,150	$3,850
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,310	$5,250	$6,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,890	$8,410	$10,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,480	$11,560	$14,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$4,310–$6,410

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 Montgomery (origin)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT: 1547293
MC: 1782606
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2074918
MC: 724880
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1459725
MC: 551427
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285931
MC: 1039730
Based in: Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232137
MC: 487744
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860706
MC: 1410244
Based in: Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2125239
MC: 812350
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT: 1188260
MC: 474230
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Near San Angelo (destination)

Angelo Transportation Systems And Welch Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huseman Logistics INC

USDOT: 2526877
MC: 877746
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (325) 655-1151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lone Star Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Beta Alpha Zeta INC

USDOT: 870224
MC: 381558
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (325) 655-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

S2 Enterprises & More LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8781706
MC: 68485717
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 453-1319 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Winds Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Desert Winds Group LTD

USDOT: 3877496
MC: 1607687
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76903 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (808) 348-4498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Caltex Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2643487
MC: 926986
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (325) 374-4335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hopper House Investments LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1781304
MC: 649544
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (325) 276-1978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastlane Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4066994
MC: 1544265
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (325) 227-9846 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Texas Trailer Rentals

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McMedia Solutions LLC

USDOT: 4477906
MC: 1771173
Based in: San Angelo, TX 76901 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 296-0660 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 28 movers in San Angelo

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in San Angelo if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to San Angelo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,560 for a studio, $2,580 to $3,850 for a one-bedroom, $4,310 to $6,410 for a two-bedroom, $6,890 to $10,260 for a three-bedroom and $9,480 to $14,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Angelo from Montgomery?

About 984 road miles (834 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 40 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Alabama 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 Montgomery to San Angelo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,790. 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 Montgomery–San Angelo corridor.