Evanston, IL

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

Movers from New Braunfels to Evanston

About 1,217 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,240–$7,790, delivery in 3–7 days, 145 carriers on the New Braunfels side and 739 in Evanston.

  • 1,217 miroad distance
  • 21 h 41 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,240–$7,7902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,217 miles (1,032 straight-line)
Drive time
21 h 41 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
145 (43 interstate)
Movers at destination
739 (527 interstate)

Reverse: Evanston → New Braunfels

The route from New Braunfels, TX to Evanston, IL covers roughly 1,217 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 $5,240 to $7,790 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 21 h 41 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 739 around Evanston (527 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 Evanston.

New Braunfels has a population of about 122,492 and Evanston about 78,000. Evanston is the denser city (10,041 people per square mile versus 2,000 in New Braunfels), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Evanston

Full-service estimate for 1,217 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,100 $2,560 $3,120
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,140 $3,830 $4,680
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,240 $6,390 $7,790
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,380 $10,220 $12,470
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,520 $14,050 $17,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,700–$2,400

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

Portable container

$2,110–$3,100

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

Full-service mover

$5,240–$7,790

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 Evanston (destination)

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Fx

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1194542
MC
471387
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
258748
MC
162485
Based in
Chicago, IL 60646 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Pure Freight Lines LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2564216
MC
334497
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 174 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Delta Freight Systems LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1257876
MC
491945
Based in
Des Plaines, IL 60018 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
148 trucks, 135 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Lucky Wheels LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3218419
MC
1006688
Based in
Mt Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
145 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Whimsy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
653783
MC
307712
Based in
Mount Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
142 trucks, 142 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Iq Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3634558
MC
1246501
Based in
Des Plaines, IL 60016 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 739 movers in Evanston

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,100 to $3,120 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,680 for a one-bedroom, $5,240 to $7,790 for a two-bedroom, $8,380 to $12,470 for a three-bedroom and $11,520 to $17,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Evanston from New Braunfels?

About 1,217 road miles (1,032 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 41 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 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 Evanston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,700 to $2,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,110 to $3,100. 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–Evanston corridor.