Pierre, SD → San Marcos, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Pierre to San Marcos

About 1,192 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,920–$7,320, delivery in 3–7 days, 2 carriers on the Pierre side and 94 in San Marcos.

1,192 miroad distance
21 h 15 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,920–$7,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pierre, South Dakota
To: San Marcos, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,192 miles (1,011 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 15 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 94 (22 interstate)

Reverse: San Marcos → Pierre

Moving from Pierre to San Marcos is a long-distance move of roughly 1,192 road miles, heading south from South Dakota to Texas.

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 $4,920 to $7,320 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 21 h 15 min.

On the Pierre side there are 2 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2 of them authorized for interstate work), and 94 around San Marcos (22 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 Marcos.

Pierre has a population of about 14,000 and San Marcos about 72,000. San Marcos is the denser city (1,738 people per square mile versus 1,082 in Pierre), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Pierre to San Marcos

Full-service estimate for 1,192 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,970	$2,400	$2,930
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,950	$3,600	$4,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,920	$6,000	$7,320
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,870	$9,600	$11,710
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,830	$13,200	$16,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,670–$2,360

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

Portable container

$2,080–$3,060

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

Full-service mover

$4,920–$7,320

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Pierre (origin)

Charles Baker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 234062
MC: 210452
Based in: Murdo, SD 57559 (37 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (605) 669-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Darrel Hinkle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2340535
MC: 799203
Based in: Holabird, SD 57540 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (605) 852-2298 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2 movers in Pierre

Near San Marcos (destination)

C Ranch Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2991875
MC: 1167029
Based in: Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (512) 954-7964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bobcat Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobcat Movers LLC

USDOT: 3659947
MC: 1264932
Based in: San Marcos, TX 78666 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (512) 943-7689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hank Dewitt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1834622
MC: 737654
Based in: San Marcos, TX 78666 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (619) 246-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackstar Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kidd Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3642789
MC: 1252496
Based in: Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (737) 312-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mj Transport Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4437014
MC: 1746652
Based in: San Marcos, TX 78666 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (512) 994-9589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kathwa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2175568
MC: 914576
Based in: Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (571) 524-0068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cap City Movers LLC

USDOT: 4039461
MC: 1528182
Based in: Uhland, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (512) 590-1972 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Fast Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4391970
MC: 1723014
Based in: Kyle, TX 78640 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (737) 378-7383 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 94 movers in San Marcos

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pierre to San Marcos?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,970 to $2,930 for a studio, $2,950 to $4,390 for a one-bedroom, $4,920 to $7,320 for a two-bedroom, $7,870 to $11,710 for a three-bedroom and $10,830 to $16,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Marcos from Pierre?

About 1,192 road miles (1,011 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 15 min.

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 South Dakota 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 Pierre to San Marcos?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,670 to $2,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,080 to $3,060. 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 Pierre–San Marcos corridor.