Las Cruces, NM

Brownsville, TX → Las Cruces, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Brownsville to Las Cruces

About 841 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,060–$6,040, delivery in 2–5 days, 111 carriers on the Brownsville side and 27 in Las Cruces.

  • 841 miroad distance
  • 15 h 12 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,060–$6,0402-bedroom estimate
Photo: Terry Umbenhaur · CC BY-SA 3.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 841 miles (713 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 12 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
111 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination
27 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Las Cruces → Brownsville

The route from Brownsville, TX to Las Cruces, NM covers roughly 841 miles by road, a northwest-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 $4,060 to $6,040 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 15 h 12 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 27 around Las Cruces (21 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 Las Cruces.

Brownsville has a population of about 192,957 and Las Cruces about 116,978. The two cities have comparable density (1,420 and 1,448 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that New Mexico does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Brownsville to Las Cruces

Full-service estimate for 841 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,620 $1,980 $2,420
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,440 $2,970 $3,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,060 $4,950 $6,040
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,490 $7,920 $9,660
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,930 $10,890 $13,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,160–$1,640

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

Portable container

$1,770–$2,600

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

Full-service mover

$4,060–$6,040

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Brownsville, TX → Las Cruces, NM. 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

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 Las Cruces (destination)

Mesilla Valley Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
270179
MC
186190
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88007 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,650 trucks, 2,033 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

G Sandoval Construction INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1191115
MC
1058687
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

To Be Determined - Tbd

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4524673
MC
1793226
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
9 trucks
USDOT registered
2026

D K E LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1590985
MC
588762
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88005 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Ready Set Go Moving & Van Lines

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2573469
MC
899783
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Voyage Moving LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2902870
MC
20175
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Delgado'S Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1258541
Based in
Mesilla Park, NM 88047 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Mtrk Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4396881
MC
1731489
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 27 movers in Las Cruces

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Brownsville to Las Cruces?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,620 to $2,420 for a studio, $2,440 to $3,620 for a one-bedroom, $4,060 to $6,040 for a two-bedroom, $6,490 to $9,660 for a three-bedroom and $8,930 to $13,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Las Cruces from Brownsville?

About 841 road miles (713 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 12 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 New Mexico 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 Las Cruces?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,160 to $1,640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,770 to $2,600. 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–Las Cruces corridor.