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

Movers from San Marcos to Longview

About 309 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,640–$3,930, delivery in 1–3 days, 94 carriers on the San Marcos side and 89 in Longview.

  • 309 miroad distance
  • 6 h 2 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,640–$3,9302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 309 miles (262 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 2 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
94 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
89 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Longview → San Marcos

Moving from San Marcos to Longview is a regional long-distance move of roughly 309 road miles, heading northeast within Texas.

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 $2,640 to $3,930 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 6 h 2 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 89 around Longview (47 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 Longview.

San Marcos has a population of about 72,000 and Longview about 82,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,738 and 1,462 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from San Marcos to Longview

Full-service estimate for 309 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,580 $1,930 $2,360
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,640 $3,220 $3,930
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,220 $5,150 $6,280
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,810 $7,080 $8,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$660

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,910

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

Full-service mover

$2,640–$3,930

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 Longview (destination)

Miva Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blackwater Energy Services LLC

USDOT
3392747
MC
1090679
Based in
Gilmer, TX 75645 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (806) 781-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2802940
MC
20067
Based in
Hallsville, TX 75650 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (601) 381-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Get Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376411
MC
999684
Based in
Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (903) 238-2427 Route Verify on FMCSA

V-T4p Ihaul

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4551516
MC
1813164
Based in
Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (903) 220-1476 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Empire LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2452099
MC
968589
Based in
Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (903) 452-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramos Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jose A Rojas Ramos

USDOT
3141232
MC
99270
Based in
Kilgore, TX 75662 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (903) 808-0967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Higgs Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willie Higgs

USDOT
2270671
MC
1579829
Based in
Longview, TX 75601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (903) 422-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

A'S Hotshot Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3478473
MC
1140780
Based in
Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (903) 570-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 89 movers in Longview

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Other destinations from San Marcos

Other origins to Longview

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,580 to $2,360 for a one-bedroom, $2,640 to $3,930 for a two-bedroom, $4,220 to $6,280 for a three-bedroom and $5,810 to $8,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Longview from San Marcos?

About 309 road miles (262 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 2 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 Longview 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 Longview?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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–Longview corridor.