Portland, OR → Kerrville, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Portland to Kerrville

About 1,960 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,790–$10,100, delivery in 5–10 days, 645 carriers on the Portland side and 31 in Kerrville.

1,960 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,790–$10,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Portland, Oregon
To: Kerrville, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,960 miles (1,661 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 645 (474 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (7 interstate)

Reverse: Kerrville → Portland

The route from Portland, OR to Kerrville, TX covers roughly 1,960 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,790 to $10,100 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 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Portland side there are 645 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (474 of them authorized for interstate work), and 31 around Kerrville (7 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 Kerrville.

Portland has a population of about 635,109 and Kerrville about 25,000. Portland is considerably denser (4,888 people per square mile versus 1,068), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in Oregon, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Portland to Kerrville

Full-service estimate for 1,960 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,710	$3,310	$4,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,070	$4,970	$6,060
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,790	$8,280	$10,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,860	$13,240	$16,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,930	$18,210	$22,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,760–$3,900

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

Portable container

$2,770–$4,070

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

Full-service mover

$6,790–$10,100

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 Portland (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4282676
MC: 1665063
Based in: Portland, OR 97239 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jacko Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2580906
MC: 903633
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98665 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 245 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (844) 307-8551 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT: 1863079
MC: 722865
Based in: Portland, OR 97214 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic & Pacific Freightways INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 381463
MC: 204314
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98665 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (800) 628-6419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 248002
MC: 32882
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98661 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (360) 693-7477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2363186
MC: 810023
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (360) 719-5660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436341
MC: 1119093
Based in: Damascus, OR 97089 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (971) 219-8205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Airport Drayage Company INC

USDOT: 61733
MC: 581707
Based in: Portland, OR 97220 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in Portland

Near Kerrville (destination)

Riverhills Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacksons Investment LLC

USDOT: 3561425
MC: 1196218
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (830) 329-7272 Route Verify on FMCSA

King Surplus Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ranger Trailers INC

USDOT: 1066545
MC: 653372
Based in: Comfort, TX 78013 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (830) 775-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rose Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rosalba Avalos

USDOT: 1779973
MC: 649192
Based in: Comfort, TX 78013 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (210) 452-1258 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riverhills Enterprise LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3569383
MC: 1201808
Based in: Center Point, TX 78010 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (830) 890-8230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Moving & Climate Controlled Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Stephen Rodriguez

USDOT: 2303224
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (830) 896-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Krv Enterprises LLC Series-A

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2374602
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (830) 895-5580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ivycreek Reflections

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Integrity Movers LLC

USDOT: 3298576
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 777-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midnight Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Midnight Express Transportation

USDOT: 3362044
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 285-4210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Kerrville

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Portland to Kerrville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,710 to $4,040 for a studio, $4,070 to $6,060 for a one-bedroom, $6,790 to $10,100 for a two-bedroom, $10,860 to $16,160 for a three-bedroom and $14,930 to $22,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kerrville from Portland?

About 1,960 road miles (1,661 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 Oregon 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 Portland to Kerrville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,760 to $3,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,770 to $4,070. 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 Portland–Kerrville corridor.