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Moving from Houston to San Antonio

Moving from Houston to San Antonio is one of the most common long-distance relocations in Texas—whether you’re heading west for a new job, a more relaxed pace of life, a military relocation, or simply a fresh start. San Antonio offers a strong mix of affordability, culture, and community, with everything from historic neighborhoods near downtown to fast-growing areas on the north side. Poseidon Moving helps make the transition simple by handling the logistics, protecting your belongings, and keeping the move organized from start to finish.

The Houston→San Antonio route is typically around 195–197 miles by road, most commonly along I-10, and the drive time is usually about 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours depending on traffic and your exact pickup/delivery locations. Many moves can be completed with same-day delivery based on your inventory size, building access, and start time.

Expert Moving Services Between Houston and San Antonio

Poseidon Moving provides full-service Houston to San Antonio moving for apartments, homes, and offices—built around careful handling, clear planning, and a smooth delivery window. Our team coordinates your pickup and delivery details in advance, then handles loading, secure transportation on the Houston–San Antonio corridor, and organized unloading so your move doesn’t turn into a chaotic all-day project.

We protect furniture during transit, manage common disassembly and reassembly so large pieces fit safely through doors and hallways, and offer packing support if you want to reduce stress (full packing, partial packing, or fragile-only). We also plan for real-world constraints like apartment move-in windows, elevator reservations, COI requests, and limited truck access—especially around denser areas—so there are fewer surprises on moving day.

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What's Included in Your Dallas to Austin Move

We ensure all your furniture is wrapped securely for maximum protection during the move. Items included:

  • ✅ Couches
  • ✅ Chairs
  • ✅ Mattresses
  • ✅ Bed frames
  • ✅ Dressers
  • ✅ Tables
  • ✅ Shelving units
  • ✅ Cabinets

We’ll disassemble your large furniture for safe transport and reassemble it upon arrival. Items include:

  • ✅ Bed frames
  • ✅ Tables
  • ✅ Armoires
  • ✅ China cabinets
  • ✅ Shelving units
  • ✅ Desks

To ensure maximum protection for your belongings, we provide five specialty moving boxes at no extra charge for fragile, valuable, or uniquely shaped items. These boxes must be pre-ordered before your move date to guarantee availability.

  • ✅ TV Box
  • ✅ Picture/Mirror Box
  • ✅ Wardrobe Box
  • ✅ Lamp Box
  • ✅ Mattress Box

Loading: Our team carefully loads your items, ensuring they are safely secured and properly strapped inside the truck to prevent any movement during transport.

Unloading: Upon delivery, we’ll unwrap your items, place them exactly where you want, and ensure everything is set up to your satisfaction.

All transportation costs are covered in your flat rate. This includes:

  • ✅ Fuel
  • ✅ Tolls
  • ✅ Travel Expenses

We include basic liability coverage to protect your items during the move. This ensures standard reimbursement for any damages incurred, following industry regulations.

Benefits of Moving from Houston to San Antonio

✓ More Affordable Cost of Living San Antonio is often easier on the budget than Houston, especially when it comes to housing, utilities, and everyday expenses—making it a popular choice for families and first-time homebuyers.

✓ Strong Community Feel With Big-City Amenities You still get major-city dining, shopping, and entertainment, but many neighborhoods feel more relaxed and community-oriented compared to Houston’s busiest areas.

✓ Rich Culture, History, and Year-Round Events From the River Walk and historic districts to festivals and local food culture, San Antonio offers a lifestyle that feels distinct—without losing convenience and accessibility.

✓ Great Access to Hill Country Weekends Living in San Antonio makes it easy to escape to nearby Hill Country towns, parks, and wineries, which is a major quality-of-life upgrade for many people moving from Houston.

✓ Less Coastal Storm Disruption While Texas weather can be intense anywhere, San Antonio is farther inland, which can mean fewer hurricane-related disruptions than coastal Houston.

How Much Does It Cost to Move From Houston to San Antonio?

The cost to move from Houston to San Antonio depends on a few key factors. Two moves can cover the same route but have totally different pricing based on what’s involved—your inventory size (studio vs. 3-bedroom vs. house), whether you need packing (none, partial, full, or fragile-only), and the access conditions at both locations like stairs, elevators, or long carries from the door to the truck. Heavy or specialty items (such as pianos, safes, or oversized furniture), high-demand move dates (weekends and end-of-month), and any storage needed between pickup and delivery can also affect the final total.

If you want the most reliable number upfront, the best approach is a virtual, inventory-based estimate. We’ll review what you’re moving and the logistics at both the Houston pickup and San Antonio delivery locations, then provide a clear quote you can plan around. Ready to move from Houston to San Antonio? Request your moving quote today and we’ll build a move plan that fits your timeline, budget, and delivery needs.

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Each move gives us the opportunity to deliver an exceptional, worry-free experience that exceeds expectations.

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Sreedhar Koneru
a month ago

Great team to plan your moving needs. They were on time and delivered smoothly. John and both his crews that helped pickup and drop off are awesome to work with. Oleg support throughout is very helpful.

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Marion McNabb
2 weeks ago

Wow, what an incredible experience working with Poseidon moving. They were very professional, very affordable for my move, nothing was damaged, and all was tracked online. I really really highly reccommend Poseidon movers. It took me 6 companies quotes to find the best one! I move from East Boston to Asheville NC in mid Sept. Thank you Poseidon for the incredible move!

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Ziqi Zhang
a month ago

I recently used Poseidon Moving for my move to Boston, and I couldn't be more satisfied with their service. From start to finish, the team was incredibly efficient, handling everything with care and professionalism. My belongings were moved safely and quickly, and the entire process was smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Poseidon Moving to anyone looking for reliable movers. I will definitely be recommending them to my friends and anyone in need of top-notch moving services!

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Miguel R. Santos
a month ago

Booking Poseidon Moving services couldn't have been easier and the attention given couldn't have been topped. Oleg was a great communicator and we got plenty of emailed information on what to expect moving day and how to best prepare for it. On moving day, communication with the moving crew was clear and concise. The moving team was careful with our belongings and efficient moving things out and into our new place. Couldn't recommend them highly enough.

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Emma Goetzinger
3 months ago

Everything about using Poseidon was great! Professional and fast service, and everything arrived in perfect condition right on time. The price and delivery window for my cross country move was by far the most ideal.

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Osman Ahsen
a month ago

Poseidon just moved my furniture from Boston to San Francisco, and they did an amazing job. They took great care packing my furniture with padding and blankets, and everything arrived in perfect condition. They stuck to their pick-up and delivery dates, and the upfront pricing was spot on—no surprise charges. The whole experience far exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend!

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Maya Ramdev
a month ago

Poseidon moving made moving day very stress free! We used their overnight storage and were able to communicate well regarding timings. Zen and his crew were very kind and helpful.

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Viswanathan Renganathan
6 days ago

They really have a very nice team. I have used their services not once but twice. First time within Massachusetts and Second time Massachusetts to New Jersey. They are a thouroughly professional team at affordable price. We can rely on them and they are flexible enough with our travel plans. I opted for full packing, they patiently listened and attended to each of household items with care. I can recommend them to any. They ease your tensions and get things done one time. I am always grateful to this team

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Kim D.
28 March, 2023

They’re efficient, warm, friendly, and very talented. They made moving a wonderful experience. It was stress free, easy and even FUN!

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Get ready to take control of your moving experience with Poseidon Moving. Learn how easy it is to request a quote, manage your account, update move details, and book your move—all online.

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The Team Behind Your Seamless Move

Every successful move begins with the people who make it happen. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service, ensuring your move is not just about getting from one place to another, but about creating a smooth and stress-free experience.

With a focus on care, precision, and a personal approach, each member of our team brings expertise and a commitment to making your move as effortless as possible. From packing to delivery, we treat your belongings with the utmost respect, making sure everything arrives safe and sound.

When you work with us, you’re working with professionals who truly care about your journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Houston to San Antonio is typically about 195–200 miles depending on your exact pickup and delivery addresses, and most routes follow I-10. Drive time is usually around 3 hours.

Pricing depends on your inventory volume, packing needs, stairs/elevator/long carries, specialty items, and move date demand. The fastest way to get a reliable quote is our virtual, inventory-based estimate, so your pricing is based on what you’re actually moving.

Yes. We use virtual estimates to review your inventory and logistics, then provide transparent pricing so you know what to expect before move day.

Your move includes professional loading and unloading, transportation on the route, standard furniture protection, and common disassembly/reassembly (like beds and tables). We’ll confirm inclusions during your estimate so everything is clear.

Yes. Let us know ahead of time so we can plan the right crew and equipment. Some specialty items may require additional handling to keep them protected and moved safely.

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