Carbondale, IL

New Braunfels, TX → Carbondale, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from New Braunfels to Carbondale

About 889 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,410–$6,570, delivery in 2–5 days, 145 carriers on the New Braunfels side and 34 in Carbondale.

  • 889 miroad distance
  • 16 h 2 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,410–$6,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 889 miles (753 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 2 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
145 (43 interstate)
Movers at destination
34 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Carbondale → New Braunfels

The route from New Braunfels, TX to Carbondale, IL covers roughly 889 miles by road, a northeast-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 $4,410 to $6,570 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 16 h 2 min.

On the New Braunfels side there are 145 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (43 of them authorized for interstate work), and 34 around Carbondale (24 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 Carbondale.

New Braunfels has a population of about 122,492 and Carbondale about 22,000. New Braunfels is considerably denser (2,000 people per square mile versus 1,435), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Illinois does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from New Braunfels to Carbondale

Full-service estimate for 889 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,770 $2,150 $2,630
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,650 $3,230 $3,940
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,410 $5,380 $6,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,060 $8,610 $10,500
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,710 $11,840 $14,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,210–$1,710

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

Portable container

$1,810–$2,670

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

Full-service mover

$4,410–$6,570

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 New Braunfels (origin)

B & B TX Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3713370
MC
1304125
Based in
New Braunfels, TX 78132 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

National Emergency Management And Response

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2086050
MC
881926
Based in
Schertz, TX 78154 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Evolution Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2467590
MC
1239409
Based in
New Braunfels, TX 78130 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

R & R Air Freight & Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2574036
MC
900043
Based in
Schertz, TX 78154 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Vargas R Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1838956
MC
666532
Based in
New Braunfels, TX 78130 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

United Marathon Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4015156
MC
1512938
Based in
Cibolo, TX 78108 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Armstrong Relocation Company San Antonio

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2989210
MC
18159
Based in
Schertz, TX 78154 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

New Braunfels Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2992735
MC
1117672
Based in
New Braunfels, TX 78130 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

All 145 movers in New Braunfels

Near Carbondale (destination)

Shawnee Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
214203
MC
160321
Based in
Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Bost Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
124296
MC
36854
Based in
Murphsboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

L & D Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
78400
MC
227559
Based in
Carbondale, IL 62901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
709405
MC
327994
Based in
Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Universal Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2273061
MC
776313
Based in
Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
831830
MC
365197
Based in
Murphysboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Two Four Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4345279
MC
1698307
Based in
Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Howling Mad Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3330971
MC
1061482
Based in
Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 34 movers in Carbondale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from New Braunfels to Carbondale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,770 to $2,630 for a studio, $2,650 to $3,940 for a one-bedroom, $4,410 to $6,570 for a two-bedroom, $7,060 to $10,500 for a three-bedroom and $9,710 to $14,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carbondale from New Braunfels?

About 889 road miles (753 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 2 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 Illinois 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 New Braunfels to Carbondale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,210 to $1,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,810 to $2,670. 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 New Braunfels–Carbondale corridor.