Williamsburg, VA → Abilene, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Williamsburg to Abilene

About 1,586 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,090–$9,060, delivery in 5–10 days, 33 carriers on the Williamsburg side and 44 in Abilene.

1,586 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,090–$9,0602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Williamsburg, Virginia
To: Abilene, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,586 miles (1,344 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (25 interstate)
Movers at destination: 44 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Abilene → Williamsburg

Moving from Williamsburg to Abilene is a cross-country move of roughly 1,586 road miles, heading west from Virginia 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 $6,090 to $9,060 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 Williamsburg side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (25 of them authorized for interstate work), and 44 around Abilene (14 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 Abilene.

Williamsburg has a population of about 16,000 and Abilene about 131,588. Williamsburg is considerably denser (1,726 people per square mile versus 1,173), 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 Williamsburg to Abilene

Full-service estimate for 1,586 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,440	$2,970	$3,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,650	$4,460	$5,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,090	$7,430	$9,060
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,740	$11,880	$14,490
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,400	$16,340	$19,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,230–$3,150

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

Portable container

$2,440–$3,580

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

Full-service mover

$6,090–$9,060

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Williamsburg (origin)

The Other Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915026
MC: 396031
Based in: Hayes, VA 23072 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (804) 642-0019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amgine LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348666
MC: 1700037
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (757) 771-4090 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ae Moving LLC

USDOT: 4126677
MC: 1763682
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23185 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 387-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jdr Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4063961
MC: 1542558
Based in: Gloucester, VA 23061 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (757) 897-7274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Warriors LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2888273
MC: 969885
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 848-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dch Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3676008
MC: 1388976
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (757) 784-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

E And B Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eldridge Author Hill Jr

USDOT: 1549689
MC: 575739
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 238-3415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sontonio Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048533
MC: 48599
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (757) 696-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Williamsburg

Near Abilene (destination)

Arim Forwarding INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 278906
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (325) 695-1684 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emmabuz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4074734
MC: 1548815
Based in: Abilene, TX 79606 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (325) 201-2910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Motion Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3813269
MC: 1377020
Based in: Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (954) 444-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hhh&n LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3668944
MC: 1271457
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (325) 201-5610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Faderah Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4409948
MC: 1768741
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (713) 258-4292 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bwj Properties LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2837315
MC: 1079840
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (325) 672-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Pace Solutions LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4500911
Based in: Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 829-5377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Complete Moving And Storage Of Abilene INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2077019
Based in: Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (325) 692-0613 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Abilene

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Abilene accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Williamsburg to Abilene?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,440 to $3,620 for a studio, $3,650 to $5,440 for a one-bedroom, $6,090 to $9,060 for a two-bedroom, $9,740 to $14,490 for a three-bedroom and $13,400 to $19,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Abilene from Williamsburg?

About 1,586 road miles (1,344 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 Virginia 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 Williamsburg to Abilene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,230 to $3,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,580. 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 Williamsburg–Abilene corridor.