($889+) San Bernardino, CA to Houston, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from San Bernardino, CA to Houston, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,495-mile move from San Bernardino, California, to Houston, Texas, with costs ranging from $1,194 - $9,687. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $331 - $2,204. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between San Bernardino and Houston. Local movers in San Bernardino typically start around $261 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from San Bernardino to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,194 - $5,016
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,822 - $6,692
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,456 - $9,687

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from San Bernardino to Houston.

Specialty moving services from San Bernardino, CA to Houston, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of San Bernardino movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Houston, 54% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from San Bernardino to Houston?

Look for Southwest Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Texas beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from San Bernardino, CA to Houston, TX

Moving containers from San Bernardino, California, to Houston, Texas, cost between $1,396 and $4,588. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in San Bernardino costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from San Bernardino to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,396 - $2,667
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,696 - $3,510
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,307 - $4,588

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both San Bernardino, CA and Houston, TX. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $771 in San Bernardino, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $83 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $165 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers San Bernardino to Houston?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from San Bernardino, CA to Houston, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,495 miles from San Bernardino, California, to Houston, Texas, running $862 - $2,524. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $524 - $599
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• San Bernardino daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from San Bernardino to Houston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $862 - $1,806
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $951 - $1,985
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,173 - $2,524

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $165 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $72 and $358 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $524 - $599 in fuel for the 1,495-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $771 in San Bernardino, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from San Bernardino to Houston?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from San Bernardino, CA to Houston, TX

For larger DIY moves from San Bernardino, California, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Houston, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,371 and $2,722.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from San Bernardino to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,194 - $2,262
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,371 - $2,722
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,000 - $3,862

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $83 - $165 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in San Bernardino, California, for about five hours typically runs $771.

What are the best freight companies from San Bernardino to Houston?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: San Bernardino, CA vs Houston, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Houston, side by side with San Bernardino on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from San Bernardino, CA, to Houston, TX, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,194 - $9,687 on the 1,495-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,396 - $4,588 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $862 - $2,524 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,822 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Houston tend to point to bountiful arts and recreational activities and ample economic opportunity, though tropical storms and heat and humidity come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include H-E-B and Houston Methodist.