College Station, TX → Madison, WI · Long-distance move

Movers from College Station to Madison

About 1,112 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,780–$7,110, delivery in 3–7 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 228 in Madison.

1,112 miroad distance
19 h 52 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,780–$7,1102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: College Station, Texas
To: Madison, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 1,112 miles (943 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 52 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 228 (120 interstate)

Reverse: Madison → College Station

The route from College Station, TX to Madison, WI covers roughly 1,112 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 $4,780 to $7,110 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 52 min.

On the College Station side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 228 around Madison (120 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 Madison.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and Madison about 286,233. Madison is the denser city (3,390 people per square mile versus 2,354 in College Station), 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 College Station to Madison

Full-service estimate for 1,112 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,910	$2,330	$2,840
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,870	$3,500	$4,270
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,780	$5,830	$7,110
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,640	$9,320	$11,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,510	$12,820	$15,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,590–$2,250

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

Portable container

$2,010–$2,960

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

Full-service mover

$4,780–$7,110

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 College Station (origin)

All-N-1 Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3517665
MC: 1166477
Based in: Bryan, TX 77803 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (832) 366-3862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3997826
MC: 1543389
Based in: Bryan, TX 77801 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (979) 779-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clarke Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2566642
MC: 896373
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (434) 865-0625 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1384337
MC: 527500
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 693-6233 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Bcs INC

USDOT: 4174624
MC: 1606308
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (979) 201-8250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garrett Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 115045
MC: 133712
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (979) 255-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lard Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1320848
MC: 511132
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 324-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Plus Moving And More Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4117888
MC: 1574291
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (979) 321-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in College Station

Near Madison (destination)

Pulvermacher Cartage Of Wisconsin LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 532642
MC: 267280
Based in: Madison, WI 53704 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (608) 245-8060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74488
MC: 79758
Based in: Madison, WI 53703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 257-3914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safy Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3047832
MC: 48249
Based in: Fitchburg, WI 53713 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (608) 852-3993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Divine Package LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3462639
MC: 1132169
Based in: Madison, WI 53714 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (608) 320-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Mara Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74476
MC: 121225
Based in: Madison, WI 53704 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 241-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lightner & Lightner INC

USDOT: 919682
MC: 397609
Based in: Madison, WI 53718 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (608) 278-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad City Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roessler LLC

USDOT: 699743
MC: 324693
Based in: McFarland, WI 53558 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (608) 274-9855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Systems Furniture Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1930570
MC: 43406
Based in: Waunakee, WI 53597 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (608) 849-7086 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 228 movers in Madison

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Madison if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from College Station to Madison?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,910 to $2,840 for a studio, $2,870 to $4,270 for a one-bedroom, $4,780 to $7,110 for a two-bedroom, $7,640 to $11,370 for a three-bedroom and $10,510 to $15,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Madison from College Station?

About 1,112 road miles (943 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 52 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 College Station to Madison?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,590 to $2,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,010 to $2,960. 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 College Station–Madison corridor.