New Braunfels, TX → Iowa City, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from New Braunfels to Iowa City

About 1,067 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,570–$6,800, delivery in 3–7 days, 145 carriers on the New Braunfels side and 43 in Iowa City.

1,067 miroad distance
19 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,570–$6,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: New Braunfels, Texas
To: Iowa City, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 1,067 miles (904 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 145 (43 interstate)
Movers at destination: 43 (28 interstate)

Reverse: Iowa City → New Braunfels

Iowa City sits about 1,067 miles north of New Braunfels, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Iowa that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,570 to $6,800 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 6 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 43 around Iowa City (28 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 Iowa City.

New Braunfels has a population of about 122,492 and Iowa City about 75,000. Iowa City is the denser city (2,904 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 Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from New Braunfels to Iowa City

Full-service estimate for 1,067 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,830	$2,230	$2,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,740	$3,350	$4,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,570	$5,580	$6,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,320	$8,920	$10,890
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,060	$12,270	$14,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$4,570–$6,800

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 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

Call (830) 214-3069 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (210) 905-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evolution Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Evolution Moving LLC

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

Call (830) 542-8608 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (210) 946-9447 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (830) 837-5749 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (614) 353-5950 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Company San Antonio

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Moving Solutions San Antonio LLC

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

Call (210) 225-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (830) 643-9676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 145 movers in New Braunfels

Near Iowa City (destination)

Adamantine Spine Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Adamantine Spine Moving INC

USDOT: 1471037
MC: 556716
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (319) 325-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4766652
Based in: Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (319) 210-4857 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2471478
MC: 61612
Based in: Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (319) 624-2086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slager Appliances

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2028718
MC: 1754363
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (319) 337-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Towing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Iowa City Auto Sales LLC

USDOT: 1352324
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (319) 330-1629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stannard Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 228904
MC: 166228
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (319) 351-1552 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bee'S Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brendan Daryl Beachy

USDOT: 2821656
MC: 1068797
Based in: Kalona, IA 52247 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (319) 530-1197 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hardy Concierge Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4222688
Based in: North Liberty, IA 52317 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (319) 382-0721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Iowa City

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Iowa City if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from New Braunfels to Iowa City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,830 to $2,720 for a studio, $2,740 to $4,080 for a one-bedroom, $4,570 to $6,800 for a two-bedroom, $7,320 to $10,890 for a three-bedroom and $10,060 to $14,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Iowa City from New Braunfels?

About 1,067 road miles (904 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 6 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 Iowa 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 Iowa City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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–Iowa City corridor.