Moving from San Jose to Austin: 2026 Cost & Time
1,720 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$3,525–$5,250
Distance
1,720 mi
Drive time
~26 hrs
Typical transit
4–8 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
San Jose to Austin is a defining tech-migration lane with reliable weekly volume. At 1,700+ miles you're in a low per-mile tier, so inventory size and packing choices, not distance, drive your final number.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,775 | $2,175 | $2,650 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,325 | $2,850 | $3,475 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,525 | $4,300 | $5,250 |
| 3 Bedroom | $5,175 | $6,325 | $7,725 |
| 4 Bedroom | $6,950 | $8,475 | $10,350 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $8,425 | $10,275 | $12,525 |
What affects your San Jose → Austin cost
- Over long distances like San Jose to Austin (1,720 mi), the per-mile rate steps down, and inventory size becomes the dominant cost driver.
- A mid-month, mid-week date typically beats an end-of-month weekend on this lane, especially in the May–September peak.
- Your exact inventory is what shifts a range into a firm quote, which is why we show a range and the mover confirms it after a walkthrough.
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San Jose to Austin moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from San Jose to Austin typically costs $3,525–$5,250 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $8,425–$12,525.
The route is about 1,720 miles (~26 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 4–8 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (CA to TX), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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