San Marcos, TX → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from San Marcos to Hilo

About 4,269 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,670–$17,360, delivery in 7–14 days, 94 carriers on the San Marcos side and 19 in Hilo.

4,269 miroad distance
74 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,670–$17,3602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: San Marcos, Texas
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 4,269 miles (3,618 straight-line)
Drive time: 74 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 94 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → San Marcos

The route from San Marcos, TX to Hilo, HI covers roughly 4,269 miles by road, a west-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 $11,670 to $17,360 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 74 hours (9 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 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

San Marcos has a population of about 72,000 and Hilo about 45,000. San Marcos is considerably denser (1,738 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from San Marcos to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 4,269 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,670	$5,690	$6,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,000	$8,540	$10,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,670	$14,230	$17,360
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,670	$22,760	$27,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,670	$31,300	$38,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,890–$8,310

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

Portable container

$4,830–$7,100

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

Full-service mover

$11,670–$17,360

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 Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,670 to $6,940 for a studio, $7,000 to $10,410 for a one-bedroom, $11,670 to $17,360 for a two-bedroom, $18,670 to $27,770 for a three-bedroom and $25,670 to $38,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from San Marcos?

About 4,269 road miles (3,618 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 74 hours (9 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Hawaii 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 Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,890 to $8,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,830 to $7,100. 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–Hilo corridor.