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Daly City, CA

Brownsville, TX → Daly City, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Brownsville to Daly City

About 1,968 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,360–$10,950, delivery in 5–10 days, 111 carriers on the Brownsville side and 273 in Daly City.

  • 1,968 miroad distance
  • 34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,360–$10,9502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,968 miles (1,668 straight-line)
Drive time
34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
111 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination
273 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Daly City → Brownsville

Moving from Brownsville to Daly City is a cross-country move of roughly 1,968 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to California.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $7,360 to $10,950 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Brownsville side there are 111 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (60 of them authorized for interstate work), and 273 around Daly City (77 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Daly City.

Brownsville has a population of about 192,957 and Daly City about 101,261. Daly City is the denser city (13,803 people per square mile versus 1,420 in Brownsville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Brownsville to Daly City

Full-service estimate for 1,968 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,940 $3,590 $4,380
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,420 $5,390 $6,570
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,360 $8,980 $10,950
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,780 $14,360 $17,520
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,190 $19,750 $24,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,770–$3,910

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,780–$4,080

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$7,360–$10,950

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Brownsville, TX → Daly City, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Brownsville (origin)

Codysur Trucks INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1184128
MC
473281
Based in
San Benito, TX 78586 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
141 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (956) 276-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
136490
MC
118341
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78521 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 82 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (800) 945-4511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Salinas Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2422693
MC
834541
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78526 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (956) 621-0439 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Joya Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1675050
MC
615603
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78520 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Route Verify on FMCSA

Tvs Trucking And Oilfield Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2392510
MC
849858
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78521 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (956) 521-3959 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1807989
MC
833363
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78520 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (956) 626-1049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chema'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
954536
MC
408540
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78526 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (956) 838-2343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blamar Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
919429
MC
397547
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78520 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (956) 350-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 111 movers in Brownsville

Near Daly City (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Umbrella Global INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3126263
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (415) 203-0835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Fast Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4413393
MC
1734057
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (626) 230-8969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delancey Street Moving & Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delancey Street Foundation

USDOT
289919
MC
198922
Based in
San Francisco, CA 94124 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (415) 957-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 273 movers in Daly City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Brownsville to Daly City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,940 to $4,380 for a studio, $4,420 to $6,570 for a one-bedroom, $7,360 to $10,950 for a two-bedroom, $11,780 to $17,520 for a three-bedroom and $16,190 to $24,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daly City from Brownsville?

About 1,968 road miles (1,668 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into California makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Brownsville to Daly City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,770 to $3,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,780 to $4,080. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Brownsville–Daly City corridor.