Tyler, TX → Madison, WI · Long-distance move

Movers from Tyler to Madison

About 956 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,400–$6,550, delivery in 2–5 days, 153 carriers on the Tyler side and 228 in Madison.

956 miroad distance
17 h 11 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,400–$6,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tyler, Texas
To: Madison, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 956 miles (810 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 11 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 153 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination: 228 (120 interstate)

Reverse: Madison → Tyler

Moving from Tyler to Madison is a long-distance move of roughly 956 road miles, heading north from Texas to Wisconsin.

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 $4,400 to $6,550 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 17 h 11 min.

On the Tyler side there are 153 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 228 around Madison (120 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 Madison.

Tyler has a population of about 113,723 and Madison about 286,233. Madison is the denser city (3,390 people per square mile versus 1,843 in Tyler), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Wisconsin does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tyler to Madison

Full-service estimate for 956 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,760	$2,150	$2,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,400	$5,370	$6,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,040	$8,590	$10,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,680	$11,810	$14,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,020

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$4,400–$6,550

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Tyler (origin)

Hutchinson Enterprisesllc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3233476
MC: 1014226
Based in: Tyler, TX 75702 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (321) 318-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crow Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Absolute Towing & Recovery LLC

USDOT: 1870325
MC: 702335
Based in: Lindale, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (903) 253-1307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service INC

USDOT: 3767820
MC: 1343917
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 405-5957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tilley Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3059078
MC: 54137
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (903) 714-1893 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bumblebee Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642926
MC: 921309
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (903) 530-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mitchell And Mitchell Business Services Corp

USDOT: 4203307
MC: 1621990
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 330-9169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Webber Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3379933
MC: 1084637
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 575-9726 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swann'S Furniture And Design LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4091651
MC: 1558866
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (903) 561-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 153 movers in Tyler

Near Madison (destination)

Pulvermacher Cartage Of Wisconsin LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 532642
MC: 267280
Based in: Madison, WI 53704 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (608) 245-8060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74488
MC: 79758
Based in: Madison, WI 53703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 257-3914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safy Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3047832
MC: 48249
Based in: Fitchburg, WI 53713 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (608) 852-3993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Divine Package LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3462639
MC: 1132169
Based in: Madison, WI 53714 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (608) 320-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Mara Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74476
MC: 121225
Based in: Madison, WI 53704 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 241-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lightner & Lightner INC

USDOT: 919682
MC: 397609
Based in: Madison, WI 53718 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (608) 278-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad City Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roessler LLC

USDOT: 699743
MC: 324693
Based in: McFarland, WI 53558 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (608) 274-9855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Systems Furniture Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1930570
MC: 43406
Based in: Waunakee, WI 53597 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (608) 849-7086 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 228 movers in Madison

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tyler to Madison?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,760 to $2,620 for a studio, $2,640 to $3,930 for a one-bedroom, $4,400 to $6,550 for a two-bedroom, $7,040 to $10,480 for a three-bedroom and $9,680 to $14,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Madison from Tyler?

About 956 road miles (810 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 11 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 Wisconsin 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 Tyler to Madison?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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 Tyler–Madison corridor.