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San Marcos, TX → Provo, UT · Long-distance move

Movers from San Marcos to Provo

About 1,243 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,230–$7,770, delivery in 3–7 days, 94 carriers on the San Marcos side and 113 in Provo.

  • 1,243 miroad distance
  • 22 h 8 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,230–$7,7702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,243 miles (1,053 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 8 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
94 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
113 (65 interstate)

Reverse: Provo → San Marcos

The route from San Marcos, TX to Provo, UT covers roughly 1,243 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,230 to $7,770 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 8 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 113 around Provo (65 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 Provo.

San Marcos has a population of about 72,000 and Provo about 114,527. Provo is the denser city (2,762 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. Note that Utah does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from San Marcos to Provo

Full-service estimate for 1,243 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,090 $2,550 $3,110
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,140 $3,820 $4,660
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,230 $6,370 $7,770
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,360 $10,200 $12,440
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,500 $14,020 $17,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,730–$2,440

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

Portable container

$2,130–$3,130

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

Full-service mover

$5,230–$7,770

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

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Distance is pre-filled for San Marcos, TX → Provo, UT. 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 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 Provo (destination)

Arrived Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3464091
MC
1132172
Based in
Springville, UT 84663 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
51 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (801) 440-0415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riverwood Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Riverwood Management INC

USDOT
1269113
MC
585156
Based in
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (801) 368-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

Can Do Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2527992
MC
878223
Based in
Mapleton, UT 84664 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (801) 427-1723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apt Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mvp Transpro LLC

USDOT
2394952
MC
823379
Based in
Springville, UT 84663 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (801) 830-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteglove Delivery And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Delivery Depot

USDOT
4492690
MC
1776206
Based in
Springville, UT 84663 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (801) 623-0979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xl Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Xl Companies Corporation

USDOT
3232528
MC
1079394
Based in
Orem, UT 84057 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (801) 358-3870 Route Verify on FMCSA

A1 Custom Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1271923
MC
496798
Based in
Orem, UT 84097 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (801) 319-5016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dos Gallos

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Alice Lane Home Collection LLC

USDOT
2505025
MC
1127514
Based in
Lindon, UT 84042 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (800) 423-7757 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 113 movers in Provo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,090 to $3,110 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,660 for a one-bedroom, $5,230 to $7,770 for a two-bedroom, $8,360 to $12,440 for a three-bedroom and $11,500 to $17,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Provo from San Marcos?

About 1,243 road miles (1,053 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 8 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Utah 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 Provo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,730 to $2,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,130 to $3,130. 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–Provo corridor.