Cary, NC → Brownsville, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Cary to Brownsville

About 1,524 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,750–$8,560, delivery in 5–10 days, 514 carriers on the Cary side and 111 in Brownsville.

1,524 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,750–$8,5602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Cary, North Carolina
To: Brownsville, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,524 miles (1,292 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 514 (277 interstate)
Movers at destination: 111 (60 interstate)

Reverse: Brownsville → Cary

The route from Cary, NC to Brownsville, TX covers roughly 1,524 miles by road, a southwest-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 $5,750 to $8,560 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 Cary side there are 514 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (277 of them authorized for interstate work), and 111 around Brownsville (60 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 Brownsville.

Cary has a population of about 183,582 and Brownsville about 192,957. Cary is considerably denser (2,951 people per square mile versus 1,420), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Cary to Brownsville

Full-service estimate for 1,524 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,300	$2,810	$3,420
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,750	$7,020	$8,560
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,210	$11,230	$13,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,660	$15,440	$18,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$5,750–$8,560

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 Cary (origin)

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&l Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: C&l Transport INC

USDOT: 163421
MC: 143081
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27603 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (984) 235-6920 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 514 movers in Cary

Near Brownsville (destination)

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

Tips for this move

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 Brownsville accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,420 for a studio, $3,450 to $5,140 for a one-bedroom, $5,750 to $8,560 for a two-bedroom, $9,210 to $13,700 for a three-bedroom and $12,660 to $18,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Brownsville from Cary?

About 1,524 road miles (1,292 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 North Carolina into Texas 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 Cary to Brownsville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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 Cary–Brownsville corridor.