Brownsville, TX → La Crosse, WI · Cross-country move

Movers from Brownsville to La Crosse

About 1,511 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,730–$8,530, delivery in 5–10 days, 111 carriers on the Brownsville side and 100 in La Crosse.

1,511 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,730–$8,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Brownsville, Texas
To: La Crosse, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 1,511 miles (1,280 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 111 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination: 100 (64 interstate)

Reverse: La Crosse → Brownsville

The route from Brownsville, TX to La Crosse, WI covers roughly 1,511 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $5,730 to $8,530 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 26 hours (3 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 100 around La Crosse (64 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 La Crosse.

Brownsville has a population of about 192,957 and La Crosse about 52,000. La Crosse is the denser city (2,426 people per square mile versus 1,420 in Brownsville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Wisconsin does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Brownsville to La Crosse

Full-service estimate for 1,511 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,290	$2,800	$3,410
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,440	$4,200	$5,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,730	$6,990	$8,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,170	$11,190	$13,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,610	$15,380	$18,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,150–$3,040

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

Portable container

$2,370–$3,480

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

Full-service mover

$5,730–$8,530

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

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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 La Crosse (destination)

Convenience Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 775476
MC: 347275
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54602 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 363 trucks, 632 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (608) 793-6488 Verify on FMCSA

Dpw INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dick'S Pallet Works INC

USDOT: 979619
MC: 420264
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (608) 519-4222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dennis J Degier

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 511822
MC: 776418
Based in: Holmen, WI 54636 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (608) 769-5634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nickelotti Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2818844
MC: 939799
Based in: Chaseburg, WI 54621 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (608) 498-1990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hallahan Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert J Hallahan

USDOT: 2941906
MC: 995094
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (608) 797-1891 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Guardian Express LLC

USDOT: 2163607
MC: 751809
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (608) 386-7348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Holmen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2457793
MC: 852762
Based in: Holmen, WI 54636 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (608) 386-9337 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jolivette Family Farms INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jolivette Family Farms Transport INC

USDOT: 161775
MC: 549937
Based in: West Salem, WI 54669 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 786-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 100 movers in La Crosse

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in La Crosse accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Brownsville to La Crosse?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,290 to $3,410 for a studio, $3,440 to $5,120 for a one-bedroom, $5,730 to $8,530 for a two-bedroom, $9,170 to $13,650 for a three-bedroom and $12,610 to $18,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is La Crosse from Brownsville?

About 1,511 road miles (1,280 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 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 Wisconsin 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 La Crosse?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,150 to $3,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,370 to $3,480. 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–La Crosse corridor.