Hutchinson, KS

Brownsville, TX → Hutchinson, KS · Long-distance move

Movers from Brownsville to Hutchinson

About 985 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,380–$6,520, delivery in 2–5 days, 111 carriers on the Brownsville side and 21 in Hutchinson.

  • 985 miroad distance
  • 17 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,380–$6,5202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 985 miles (835 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
111 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination
21 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Hutchinson → Brownsville

The route from Brownsville, TX to Hutchinson, KS covers roughly 985 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,380 to $6,520 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 41 min.

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 21 around Hutchinson (15 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 Hutchinson.

Brownsville has a population of about 192,957 and Hutchinson about 40,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,420 and 1,628 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Kansas does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Brownsville to Hutchinson

Full-service estimate for 985 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,750 $2,140 $2,610
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,630 $3,200 $3,910
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,380 $5,340 $6,520
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,010 $8,540 $10,420
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,630 $11,750 $14,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$4,380–$6,520

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

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 111 movers in Brownsville

Near Hutchinson (destination)

Sturdi-Bilt

Interstate carrier
USDOT
686381
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Hershberger Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2203765
MC
764665
Based in
Buhler, KS 67522 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Pelkey Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1576340
MC
807128
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Fifth Wheel Yard & Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1439045
MC
543763
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67502 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Titan

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3869702
MC
1416343
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Kjb Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3131693
MC
93492
Based in
Inman, KS 67546 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Truth Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4000094
MC
1503123
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Childs Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4272049
MC
1659255
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 21 movers in Hutchinson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Brownsville to Hutchinson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,750 to $2,610 for a studio, $2,630 to $3,910 for a one-bedroom, $4,380 to $6,520 for a two-bedroom, $7,010 to $10,420 for a three-bedroom and $9,630 to $14,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hutchinson from Brownsville?

About 985 road miles (835 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Kansas 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 Hutchinson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,790. 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–Hutchinson corridor.