California to Texas movers
The most popular route out of California. From Los Angeles, the Bay Area, San Diego and Sacramento to Dallas, Austin, Houston and San Antonio, we plan the whole move and book a licensed interstate carrier.
- About 1,200–1,800 miles by road
- Typical delivery window: 5–14 days
- Hillside, apartment and new-build deliveries planned ahead
California to Texas
Approximate road miles. Typical windows for shared-truck moves; your carrier confirms the delivery window in writing.
Moving from California to Texas
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 1,250 mi (LA – Austin) to 1,750 mi (Bay Area – Houston) |
| Typical delivery window | 5–14 days on a shared truck; a dedicated truck can deliver on a set date |
| Busiest months | May – August |
| Popular pickups | Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento |
| Popular destinations | Austin, Dallas – Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and their suburbs |
Distances are approximate by road. Delivery windows are typical for shared-truck moves; your carrier confirms the actual window in writing.
How a California to Texas move works
- Plan and estimate. Your coordinator reviews your inventory, access at your California home (hills, stairs, parking) and your Texas address, then sends a written estimate.
- Before pickup. If you are moving into a new-build home, we plan around the completion date and add storage if needed.
- Pickup. The carrier’s crew wraps and inventories everything, takes apart furniture and loads the truck.
- On the road. Your belongings travel east on I-10 or I-40 within the delivery window in your paperwork.
- Delivery in Texas. Furniture is placed and reassembled. Add move-in cleaning and setup for a larger new home.
What affects the price on this route
- Pickup and delivery cities. LA to Austin and the Bay Area to Houston can differ by 500 miles.
- Season. Summer is the busiest and hottest time on this route.
- Access in California. Hillside homes and apartments may need a shuttle truck or long carry.
- Load size. Many people move into bigger homes in Texas; plan what you really need to ship.
Every move gets a written estimate before you book. Read about binding and non-binding estimates.
Clean in California, settled in Texas
Add move-out cleaning at your old home, move-in cleaning and setup at your new one, or both. One coordinator schedules every crew around your move dates.
See full-service packagesCalifornia to Texas moving questions
How much does it cost to move from California to Texas?
It depends on how much you move, your exact cities, the season and access at both homes. After your coordinator reviews your inventory, you get a written estimate before you book.
How long does a California to Texas move take?
Typically 5 to 14 days from pickup to delivery on a shared truck. Your carrier confirms the delivery window in writing.
What is the best time to move from California to Texas?
Fall through spring has lower demand and cooler weather in Texas. Summer is the busiest and hottest season.
Can you deliver to a new-build home that isn’t finished yet?
Yes. We can add storage in transit and deliver once the home is ready, all within the same move.
Can you clean my California rental after I leave?
Yes. With Move-Out Ready, a vetted local crew cleans after the truck leaves and handles small fixes for your deposit.
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