Alpharetta, GA

Sugar Land, TX → Alpharetta, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Sugar Land to Alpharetta

About 867 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,210–$6,260, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,180 carriers on the Sugar Land side and 1,260 in Alpharetta.

  • 867 miroad distance
  • 15 h 39 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,210–$6,2602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 867 miles (735 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 39 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,180 (498 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,260 (604 interstate)

Reverse: Alpharetta → Sugar Land

The route from Sugar Land, TX to Alpharetta, GA covers roughly 867 miles by road, a northeast-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 $4,210 to $6,260 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 39 min.

On the Sugar Land side there are 1,180 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (498 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,260 around Alpharetta (604 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 Alpharetta.

Sugar Land has a population of about 107,726 and Alpharetta about 68,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,741 and 2,447 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sugar Land to Alpharetta

Full-service estimate for 867 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,680 $2,050 $2,500
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,520 $3,080 $3,760
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,210 $5,130 $6,260
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,730 $8,210 $10,010
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,260 $11,290 $13,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,190–$1,680

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

Portable container

$1,790–$2,640

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

Full-service mover

$4,210–$6,260

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 Sugar Land (origin)

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2544062
MC
10575
Based in
Houston, TX 77042 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
105 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

3 Men Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1914113
MC
685878
Based in
Houston, TX 77074 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
95 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Roadrunner Dedicated Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2443733
MC
843742
Based in
Houston, TX 77035 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
69 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Sunshine Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3061153
MC
55323
Based in
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Jd Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2399905
MC
822597
Based in
Fresno, TX 77545 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Lrb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1736170
MC
635958
Based in
Houston, TX 77085 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Featherlite Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2820143
MC
940290
Based in
Richmond, TX 77407 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Hepta Run INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1168426
MC
469196
Based in
Houston, TX 77042 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 1,180 movers in Sugar Land

Near Alpharetta (destination)

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
850629
MC
370668
Based in
Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Saia Ltl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
29124
MC
87511
Based in
Johns Creek, GA 30097 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7,428 trucks, 7,315 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Sld Transportation, LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
829373
MC
367702
Based in
Canton, GA 30115 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Freight International LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2846152
MC
954292
Based in
Woodstock, GA 30188 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1187702
MC
469637
Based in
Doraville, GA 30340 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251051
MC
1023120
Based in
Duluth, GA 30096 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Noble Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2815279
MC
939426
Based in
Cumming, GA 30041 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Nolg LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3653588
MC
1260284
Based in
Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 1,260 movers in Alpharetta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sugar Land to Alpharetta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,500 for a studio, $2,520 to $3,760 for a one-bedroom, $4,210 to $6,260 for a two-bedroom, $6,730 to $10,010 for a three-bedroom and $9,260 to $13,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Alpharetta from Sugar Land?

About 867 road miles (735 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Georgia 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 Sugar Land to Alpharetta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,190 to $1,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,790 to $2,640. 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 Sugar Land–Alpharetta corridor.