Warren, MI → San Marcos, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Warren to San Marcos

About 1,418 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,520–$8,210, delivery in 3–7 days, 780 carriers on the Warren side and 94 in San Marcos.

1,418 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,520–$8,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Warren, Michigan
To: San Marcos, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,418 miles (1,201 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 780 (334 interstate)
Movers at destination: 94 (22 interstate)

Reverse: San Marcos → Warren

Moving from Warren to San Marcos is a long-distance move of roughly 1,418 road miles, heading southwest from Michigan to 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 $5,520 to $8,210 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Warren side there are 780 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (334 of them authorized for interstate work), and 94 around San Marcos (22 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 Marcos.

Warren has a population of about 137,138 and San Marcos about 72,000. Warren is considerably denser (4,052 people per square mile versus 1,738), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Warren to San Marcos

Full-service estimate for 1,418 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,210	$2,690	$3,280
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,310	$4,040	$4,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,520	$6,730	$8,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,830	$10,770	$13,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,140	$14,800	$18,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,060–$2,900

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

Portable container

$2,290–$3,360

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

Full-service mover

$5,520–$8,210

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Warren (origin)

Priority Waste

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Priority Waste LLC

USDOT: 3097519
Based in: Clinton Township, MI 48038 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 859 trucks, 682 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 228-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1162977
MC: 468507
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3171509
MC: 118718
Based in: Warren, MI 48093 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

McClay Transportation USA LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2465324
MC: 852043
Based in: Harrison Township, MI 48045 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 96 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (810) 533-8989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miami Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3091915
MC: 72427
Based in: Dearborn, MI 48126 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 82 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (248) 214-1745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistic One LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1339068
MC: 515593
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (586) 775-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

General Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1556061
MC: 578193
Based in: Warren, MI 48091 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (866) 943-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 780 movers in Warren

Near San Marcos (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,210 to $3,280 for a studio, $3,310 to $4,930 for a one-bedroom, $5,520 to $8,210 for a two-bedroom, $8,830 to $13,140 for a three-bedroom and $12,140 to $18,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Marcos from Warren?

About 1,418 road miles (1,201 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 Michigan into Texas 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 Warren to San Marcos?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,060 to $2,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,290 to $3,360. 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 Warren–San Marcos corridor.