Flat-rate, licensed interstate moving—plus Washington, DC curb-permit support.
Flat-rate, licensed interstate moving—plus Washington, DC curb-permit support.
Move & Care can legally perform interstate moves. We hold a federal USDOT license #3212621 as well as a Massachusetts license: MC #1018431.
Every San Antonio to Washington, DC long-distance move is billed at a single, all-inclusive flat rate—the quote you approve is the price you pay, period.
No fuel surcharges, stair fees, or mileage surprises—our itemized quote lays out every cost upfront.
Need an overnight pickup or sunrise delivery? Our crew works around the clock to match building elevator windows and your schedule.
Plan confidently with at-a-glance insight into how Move and Care handles San Antonio to Washington, DC moves.
Expect delivery in approximately 2 – 4 days for San Antonio to Washington, DC.
Reserve your crew about 2 – 4 weeks ahead to secure your preferred dates.
Your quote covers truck, fuel, tolls, and labor—no surprise fees on San Antonio to Washington, DC moves.
Packing assistance, short-term storage, and white glove handling are the most requested add-ons when moving from San Antonio to Washington, DC.
Hear how creators and community leaders describe their move-day experience—from booking to the moment every box is in place.
Service for smooth and easy family moves
Smooth business moving to keep the business running
Complete packing help and quality materials
Safe storage spaces for your items, available anytime
Skilled piano transport to maintain condition.
Moving services with extra care for valuable items
Gentle and efficient relocations for seniors.
| Size of the Move | Typical Flat-Rate Range* | Delivery Window |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / Small 1 Bedroom | $3,900 – $5,100 | 3–5 days |
| Large 1 Bedroom / Small 2 Bedroom | $5,100 – $6,300 | 3–5 days |
| Large 2 Bedroom | $6,300 – $7,400 | 3–5 days |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment / Townhouse | $7,400 – $8,900 | 4–6 days |
| 4 Bedroom or Larger Home | $8,900 – $10,900 | 4–6 days |
*Based on recent San Antonio, TX → Washington, DC moves completed by Move & Care. Final pricing depends on inventory, access (stairs/elevators/long carry), packing needs, and specialty items.
On this route, we price with a flat rate whenever we can. The number on your written estimate is the number you plan around. No surprise fuel add-ons, no random “weekend fees,” and no mystery line items at delivery.
Your quote can include professional movers, truck, tolls, gasoline, standard protection/valuation, the required $50 equipment kit, and a Certificate of Insurance if your DC building or property manager asks for one.
Here’s how we build your rate. We start with mileage (San Antonio to Washington, DC is about 1,603 driving miles), then confirm your inventory and access details. If you want extras, we price them up front, including:
We can do a live video or FaceTime walkthrough, and it’s free.
Want the fastest accurate price? Request a free estimate. We’ll confirm what you’re moving, talk through access in San Antonio and DC, and send everything in writing.
Most San Antonio to Washington, DC moves take 3–6 days, based on shipment size, curb and elevator access in DC, and the pickup and delivery windows you choose.
A common schedule looks like this: we load in San Antonio early on Day 1, then run the interstate route (about 26–29 hours of total drive time) split safely across days. Bigger moves often include an overnight stop. Your coordinator sends a GPS update each evening so you know where the truck is and what the next day looks like.
In a lot of Washington, DC neighborhoods, the toughest part of moving day is getting legal curb space for the truck. DC uses the DDOT Transportation Online Permitting System (TOPS) for temporary occupancy and moving-related curb needs. After approval and payment, the permit is issued through TOPS and can be printed. DC also notes that parking restriction signs for reserved or prohibited parking are printed through TOPS and picked up at specific kiosk or office locations. We’ll talk you through the steps so the curb is ready when we arrive.
For a quick overview of curbside signage and TOPS, see: ParkDC Curbside Signs.
Many DC high-rises (Navy Yard, NoMa, Downtown, and nearby Rosslyn) require an elevator reservation, set moving hours, and a Certificate of Insurance. We coordinate with your building manager, send COIs when needed, and plan delivery around your elevator window so you’re not stuck waiting.
Late spring through early fall and end-of-month dates book up faster and can tighten delivery windows. If you have flexibility, weekday pickups and mid-month dates are often easier to lock in. If your move is last-minute, tell us your must-have dates early so we can build the cleanest plan around them.
For interstate moves, you should know who is actually responsible for your shipment. FMCSA explains that a moving broker is not a mover. Brokers arrange transportation but don’t transport household goods themselves. Move & Care runs this lane as a carrier-style company. We schedule the crew, load the truck, transport, and deliver with one accountable team.
Before you pay a deposit, check registration and complaint history using FMCSA tools:
On a 1,600-mile move, the estimate type matters. FMCSA explains how binding estimates and non-binding estimates work, including limits on what can be required at delivery under a non-binding estimate (often called the 110% rule). For the full federal guide, read: Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move.
Interstate movers must offer valuation choices, including Full Value Protection and Released Value. FMCSA explains the basics here: FMCSA Household Goods Guidance.
This page focuses on one route, but your move still depends on what you need. We offer:
Some people compare full-service movers to DIY trucks, portable containers, or freight-style shipping. Those options can work if you have time, help, and flexible delivery expectations. If you want one accountable team, professional protection for furniture, help with DC permits and elevator scheduling, and one point of contact from pickup to delivery, full-service with Move & Care is often the smoother option. This matters a lot in dense DC neighborhoods where curb access and building rules can decide how the day goes.
We don’t just drop boxes. We pad and protect furniture, reassemble beds, place items where you want them, and take the packing debris with us before we leave.
Your coordinator confirms inventory, access details, and timing. If DC permits or reserved curb space are needed, we’ll guide you through TOPS and coordinate with building management for COIs and elevator reservations. If you want packing materials or packing help, we can deliver supplies ahead of time and tailor packing to your needs, like “kitchen only,” “fragiles only,” or full-home.
A uniformed crew arrives on time, protects floors and doorways, then pads and shrink-wraps furniture. We label items by room to speed up delivery in DC. If streets are tight or access is limited, we plan the load before the truck doors open.
When we arrive in Washington, DC, we confirm curb access and building rules, unload efficiently, reassemble furniture, and place items where you want them. After a final walkthrough, we haul away packing debris so you’re not left with piles of cardboard on Day 1.
Our Professional movers make sure
that your move goes smoothly
and all your belongings are safe!
