New Braunfels, TX → Truckee, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from New Braunfels to Truckee

About 1,672 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,840–$10,180, delivery in 5–10 days, 145 carriers on the New Braunfels side and 6 in Truckee.

1,672 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,840–$10,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: New Braunfels, Texas
To: Truckee, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,672 miles (1,417 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 145 (43 interstate)
Movers at destination: 6 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Truckee → New Braunfels

The route from New Braunfels, TX to Truckee, CA covers roughly 1,672 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,840 to $10,180 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 29 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 6 around Truckee (4 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 Truckee.

New Braunfels has a population of about 122,492 and Truckee about 17,000. New Braunfels is considerably denser (2,000 people per square mile versus 517), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from New Braunfels to Truckee

Full-service estimate for 1,672 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,740	$3,340	$4,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,840	$8,340	$10,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,940	$13,350	$16,280
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,050	$18,350	$22,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,840–$10,180

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 Truckee (destination)

Goodrich Excavation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Daniel B Goodrich

USDOT: 1057014
MC: 45408
Based in: Tahoe Vista, CA 96148 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (530) 546-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truckee Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2361860
MC: 823243
Based in: Truckee, CA 96161 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (530) 563-6572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stewarts Marine

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gralex Capital LLC

USDOT: 4359550
MC: 1705734
Based in: Truckee, CA 96161 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 582-8776 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tahoe Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3401592
MC: 1094995
Based in: Truckee, CA 96161 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 536-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

3d Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Duane Dunham

USDOT: 1194333
MC: 205408
Based in: Nevada City, CA 95959 (36 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (530) 263-5464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priority Hauling

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3193373
Based in: Nevada City, CA 95959 (36 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (530) 955-5047 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 6 movers in Truckee

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Truckee accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,740 to $4,070 for a studio, $4,100 to $6,110 for a one-bedroom, $6,840 to $10,180 for a two-bedroom, $10,940 to $16,280 for a three-bedroom and $15,050 to $22,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Truckee from New Braunfels?

About 1,672 road miles (1,417 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 California 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 Truckee?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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–Truckee corridor.