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San Antonio, TX → Galveston, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from San Antonio to Galveston

About 254 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,450–$3,640, delivery in 1–3 days, 869 carriers on the San Antonio side and 37 in Galveston.

  • 254 miroad distance
  • 5 h 5 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,450–$3,6402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 254 miles (215 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 5 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
869 (274 interstate)
Movers at destination
37 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Galveston → San Antonio

Galveston sits about 254 miles east of San Antonio, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,450 to $3,640 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 5 min.

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 37 around Galveston (17 interstate). For an in-state 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 Galveston.

San Antonio has a population of about 1.5 million and Galveston about 53,000. San Antonio is considerably denser (2,876 people per square mile versus 1,308), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from San Antonio to Galveston

Full-service estimate for 254 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,470 $1,790 $2,180
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,450 $2,980 $3,640
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,910 $4,770 $5,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,380 $6,560 $8,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$580

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

Portable container

$1,250–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,450–$3,640

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for San Antonio, TX → Galveston, TX. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Galveston (destination)

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3697335
MC
1292296
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2090316
MC
729281
Based in
Santa Fe, TX 77510 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cygnus Elite Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4337094
MC
1728732
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (409) 939-9709 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acjp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9056898
MC
88460689
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (347) 989-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

4rodllc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9139602
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 454-0749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Statewide Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2026122
MC
712238
Based in
Galveston, TX 77551 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 884-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

M Ran Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2791855
MC
926762
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (310) 654-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sorto Freight Solutions LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6056956
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 916-1738 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Galveston

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,470 to $2,180 for a one-bedroom, $2,450 to $3,640 for a two-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,820 for a three-bedroom and $5,380 to $8,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Galveston from San Antonio?

About 254 road miles (215 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both San Antonio and Galveston are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for San Antonio to Galveston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,250 to $1,830. 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–Galveston corridor.