New Braunfels, TX → Lakewood, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from New Braunfels to Lakewood

About 940 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,610–$6,860, delivery in 2–5 days, 145 carriers on the New Braunfels side and 1,122 in Lakewood.

940 miroad distance
16 h 54 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,610–$6,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: New Braunfels, Texas
To: Lakewood, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 940 miles (797 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 54 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 145 (43 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,122 (405 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → New Braunfels

Moving from New Braunfels to Lakewood is a long-distance move of roughly 940 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to Colorado.

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 $4,610 to $6,860 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 54 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 1,122 around Lakewood (405 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 Lakewood.

New Braunfels has a population of about 122,492 and Lakewood about 156,927. Lakewood is the denser city (3,586 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. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from New Braunfels to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 940 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,840	$2,250	$2,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,760	$3,370	$4,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,610	$5,620	$6,860
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,370	$8,990	$10,970
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,140	$12,360	$15,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,420–$2,000

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,730

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

Full-service mover

$4,610–$6,860

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 Lakewood (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22520
MC: 378084
Based in: Englewood, CO 80110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 761-3195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT: 4302538
MC: 1675847
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bts Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3115238
MC: 84879
Based in: Denver, CO 80231 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (720) 825-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,840 to $2,740 for a studio, $2,760 to $4,110 for a one-bedroom, $4,610 to $6,860 for a two-bedroom, $7,370 to $10,970 for a three-bedroom and $10,140 to $15,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from New Braunfels?

About 940 road miles (797 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 54 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 Colorado 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 Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,730. 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–Lakewood corridor.