Philadelphia, PA

New Braunfels, TX → Philadelphia, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from New Braunfels to Philadelphia

About 1,745 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,190–$9,210, delivery in 5–10 days, 145 carriers on the New Braunfels side and 1,658 in Philadelphia.

  • 1,745 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,190–$9,2102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,745 miles (1,479 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
145 (43 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,658 (1,138 interstate)

Reverse: Philadelphia → New Braunfels

Philadelphia sits about 1,745 miles northeast of New Braunfels, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Pennsylvania that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,190 to $9,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

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 1,658 around Philadelphia (1,138 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 Philadelphia.

New Braunfels has a population of about 122,492 and Philadelphia about 1.6 million. Philadelphia is the denser city (11,933 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 Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from New Braunfels to Philadelphia

Full-service estimate for 1,745 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,470 $3,020 $3,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,710 $4,530 $5,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,190 $7,550 $9,210
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,900 $12,070 $14,730
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,610 $16,600 $20,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,390–$3,380

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

Portable container

$2,580–$3,790

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

Full-service mover

$6,190–$9,210

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

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 Philadelphia (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
751209
MC
339982
Based in
Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Veltri INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
398991
MC
481594
Based in
Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2784879
MC
927952
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Dream Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3020074
MC
37720
Based in
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Silkroad Tranz INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318392
MC
936900
Based in
Warmminster, PA 18974 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
107 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mirage Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3815917
MC
1378977
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
90 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4570815
MC
1818083
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Sls Group Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3383225
MC
1086171
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,470 to $3,680 for a studio, $3,710 to $5,520 for a one-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,210 for a two-bedroom, $9,900 to $14,730 for a three-bedroom and $13,610 to $20,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Philadelphia from New Braunfels?

About 1,745 road miles (1,479 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,390 to $3,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,580 to $3,790. 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–Philadelphia corridor.