San Antonio, TX → Edison, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from San Antonio to Edison

About 1,840 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,820–$10,140, delivery in 5–10 days, 869 carriers on the San Antonio side and 665 in Edison.

1,840 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,820–$10,1402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: San Antonio, Texas
To: Edison, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 1,840 miles (1,559 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 869 (274 interstate)
Movers at destination: 665 (476 interstate)

Reverse: Edison → San Antonio

The route from San Antonio, TX to Edison, NJ covers roughly 1,840 miles by road, a northeast-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 $6,820 to $10,140 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the San Antonio side there are 869 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (274 of them authorized for interstate work), and 665 around Edison (476 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 Edison.

San Antonio has a population of about 1.5 million and Edison about 109,077. The two cities have comparable density (2,876 and 3,574 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from San Antonio to Edison

Full-service estimate for 1,840 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,730	$3,320	$4,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,820	$8,310	$10,140
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,910	$13,300	$16,220
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,990	$18,290	$22,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,640–$3,730

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,920

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

Full-service mover

$6,820–$10,140

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 San Antonio (origin)

H-E-B

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H-E-B Lp

USDOT: 351057
MC: 295504
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78204 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 922 trucks, 1,407 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (210) 938-6559 Route Verify on FMCSA

Convermex USA Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4540286
MC: 1801683
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78218 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 366 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (210) 319-2972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parkway Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 212550
MC: 208278
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78244 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 261 trucks, 256 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (210) 982-4194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eljo Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1126734
MC: 459546
Based in: Universal City, TX 78148 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (210) 535-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scobey Moving & Storage LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274056
MC: 491928
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78217 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 123 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (915) 615-0827 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & W Friends Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3112182
MC: 83265
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78251 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (504) 701-9461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ibr Loading

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rahimi LLC

USDOT: 4390202
MC: 1722131
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78227 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (210) 425-7092 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Rush Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2087187
MC: 728343
Based in: San Antonio, TX 78249 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (210) 870-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 869 movers in San Antonio

Near Edison (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT: 17093
MC: 32775
Based in: Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Budd Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185771
MC: 152533
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 627-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P I Transport Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 259466
MC: 165923
Based in: Edison, NJ 08817 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 102 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (732) 819-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Packaging Exchange INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4031162
MC: 1670307
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (800) 950-0083 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bett-A-Way Beverage Distributors INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 297672
MC: 210330
Based in: South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (908) 222-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 212340
MC: 149114
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inzone Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3220960
MC: 1008026
Based in: Aberdeen, NJ 07747 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 250 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (917) 434-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547419
MC: 1186779
Based in: South Plainfiel, NJ 07080 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (718) 354-5836 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 665 movers in Edison

Tips for this move

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.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from San Antonio to Edison?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,060 for a studio, $4,090 to $6,080 for a one-bedroom, $6,820 to $10,140 for a two-bedroom, $10,910 to $16,220 for a three-bedroom and $14,990 to $22,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Edison from San Antonio?

About 1,840 road miles (1,559 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Texas into New Jersey 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 San Antonio to Edison?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,640 to $3,730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,920. 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 San Antonio–Edison corridor.