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San Marcos, TX → Atlantic City, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from San Marcos to Atlantic City

About 1,749 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,660–$9,910, delivery in 5–10 days, 94 carriers on the San Marcos side and 81 in Atlantic City.

  • 1,749 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,660–$9,9102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,749 miles (1,482 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
94 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
81 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Atlantic City → San Marcos

Moving from San Marcos to Atlantic City is a cross-country move of roughly 1,749 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to New Jersey.

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 $6,660 to $9,910 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the San Marcos side there are 94 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 81 around Atlantic City (50 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 Atlantic City.

San Marcos has a population of about 72,000 and Atlantic City about 38,000. Atlantic City is the denser city (3,578 people per square mile versus 1,738 in San Marcos), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Marcos to Atlantic City

Full-service estimate for 1,749 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,670 $3,250 $3,970
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,000 $4,880 $5,950
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,660 $8,130 $9,910
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,660 $13,000 $15,860
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,660 $17,880 $21,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,400–$3,380

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

Portable container

$2,580–$3,800

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

Full-service mover

$6,660–$9,910

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 Marcos (origin)

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

Near Atlantic City (destination)

Ag Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2392856
MC
822533
Based in
Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (609) 334-0722 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bk Movers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
855489
MC
376602
Based in
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (609) 641-8660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Platt'S Beach House Furnishings Splatt'S Furniture

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Platt'S INC

USDOT
3344659
Based in
Somers Point, NJ 08244 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (609) 927-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Coast Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
637650
MC
489707
Based in
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (609) 484-1101 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hubner INC

USDOT
3149281
MC
1167998
Based in
Absecon, NJ 08201 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (609) 241-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sparrow Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Horizon Circuit LLC

USDOT
3300769
MC
1046878
Based in
Galloway, NJ 08205 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (769) 208-3637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Moving & Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4118247
MC
1574512
Based in
Galloway, NJ 08205 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (973) 747-6121 Route Verify on FMCSA

O C Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3299953
MC
1046495
Based in
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (609) 641-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Atlantic City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from San Marcos to Atlantic City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,670 to $3,970 for a studio, $4,000 to $5,950 for a one-bedroom, $6,660 to $9,910 for a two-bedroom, $10,660 to $15,860 for a three-bedroom and $14,660 to $21,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Atlantic City from San Marcos?

About 1,749 road miles (1,482 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 Marcos to Atlantic City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,400 to $3,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,580 to $3,800. 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 Marcos–Atlantic City corridor.