San Luis Obispo, CA

Sherman, TX → San Luis Obispo, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Sherman to San Luis Obispo

About 1,618 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,740–$10,040, delivery in 5–10 days, 41 carriers on the Sherman side and 11 in San Luis Obispo.

  • 1,618 miroad distance
  • 28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,740–$10,0402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,618 miles (1,371 straight-line)
Drive time
28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
41 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (4 interstate)

Reverse: San Luis Obispo → Sherman

Moving from Sherman to San Luis Obispo is a cross-country move of roughly 1,618 road miles, heading west from Texas to California.

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 $6,740 to $10,040 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 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Sherman side there are 41 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around San Luis Obispo (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 San Luis Obispo.

Sherman has a population of about 50,000 and San Luis Obispo about 47,000. San Luis Obispo is the denser city (3,494 people per square mile versus 940 in Sherman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sherman to San Luis Obispo

Full-service estimate for 1,618 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,700 $3,290 $4,010
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,050 $4,940 $6,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,740 $8,230 $10,040
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,790 $13,160 $16,060
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,840 $18,100 $22,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,190

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$6,740–$10,040

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Sherman, TX → San Luis Obispo, CA. 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 Sherman (origin)

Bi-Lo Wholesale INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1694488
MC
1243420
Based in
Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Goodwill Industries Of Northeast Texas INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1498622
Based in
Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Two Men And A Truck 0715

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4283606
MC
1665593
Based in
Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

The Camp Trucking &transport LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4399824
MC
1726954
Based in
Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Firemen Movers Dfw INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3970569
MC
1483574
Based in
Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Quick Drop Transit Qdt LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4476964
MC
1770464
Based in
Howe, TX 75459 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

A Sharp Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1291990
MC
507910
Based in
Pottsboro, TX 75076 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All American Moving And Transport

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3549142
Based in
Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 41 movers in Sherman

Near San Luis Obispo (destination)

Meathead Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
921143
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Asap Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1278931
MC
497853
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

The Moving Experience

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3028544
MC
38168
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Greenfield Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
858640
MC
439893
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Central Coast Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1442037
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Gold Coast Enterprises

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3499079
MC
1154268
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Daylight Home & Patio

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3129342
Based in
Sn Luis Obisp, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Cal Deals

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4507381
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 11 movers in San Luis Obispo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sherman to San Luis Obispo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,700 to $4,010 for a studio, $4,050 to $6,020 for a one-bedroom, $6,740 to $10,040 for a two-bedroom, $10,790 to $16,060 for a three-bedroom and $14,840 to $22,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Luis Obispo from Sherman?

About 1,618 road miles (1,371 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 California 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 Sherman to San Luis Obispo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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 Sherman–San Luis Obispo corridor.