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San Marcos, TX → Edinburg, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from San Marcos to Edinburg

About 290 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,570–$3,830, delivery in 1–3 days, 94 carriers on the San Marcos side and 307 in Edinburg.

  • 290 miroad distance
  • 5 h 42 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,570–$3,8302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 290 miles (246 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 42 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
94 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
307 (188 interstate)

Reverse: Edinburg → San Marcos

Edinburg sits about 290 miles south of San Marcos, 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 $2,570 to $3,830 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 42 min.

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 307 around Edinburg (188 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 Edinburg.

San Marcos has a population of about 72,000 and Edinburg about 110,700. The two cities have comparable density (1,738 and 2,243 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from San Marcos to Edinburg

Full-service estimate for 290 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,570 $3,140 $3,830
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,120 $5,020 $6,120
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,660 $6,900 $8,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$450–$630

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

Portable container

$1,280–$1,880

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

Full-service mover

$2,570–$3,830

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 Edinburg (destination)

Rapid Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rapid Logistics LLC

USDOT
1502769
MC
564203
Based in
Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
325 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (956) 702-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimex Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1970020
MC
697365
Based in
Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (956) 213-8150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spirit Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
437028
MC
152490
Based in
San Juan, TX 78589 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
446 trucks, 218 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (956) 781-7715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2959196
MC
3661
Based in
Alamo, TX 78516 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 158 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (956) 202-0779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gec Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3127200
MC
91149
Based in
Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
70 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 843-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ang Nation Wide Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4251409
MC
1647997
Based in
McAllen, TX 78501 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (956) 855-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mockingbird Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2882331
MC
907975
Based in
Donna, TX 78537 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (956) 461-0475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Providence Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1803778
MC
851622
Based in
Weslaco, TX 78599 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (956) 650-1910 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 307 movers in Edinburg

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,300 for a one-bedroom, $2,570 to $3,830 for a two-bedroom, $4,120 to $6,120 for a three-bedroom and $5,660 to $8,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Edinburg from San Marcos?

About 290 road miles (246 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 42 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 Marcos and Edinburg 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 Marcos to Edinburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $450 to $630 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,280 to $1,880. 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–Edinburg corridor.