($296+) Little Rock, AR to Garland, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Little Rock, AR to Garland, TX

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 311-mile move from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Garland, Texas, with prices running from $975 - $6,225. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $266 - $1,772 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Little Rock and Garland are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Little Rock movers tend to run around $100 as a base rate plus $94/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Little Rock to Garland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $975 - $3,789
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,562 - $4,540
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,485 - $6,225

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Little Rock to Garland.

Specialty moving services from Little Rock, AR to Garland, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Little Rock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Garland, 56% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Little Rock to Garland?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

How much do local movers cost in Little Rock, AR?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Little Rock to Garland with a local mover averages $1,516 - $4,404. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Little Rock, AR can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Little Rock, AR to Garland, TX

Moving containers from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Garland, Texas, cost between $878 and $2,704. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Little Rock runs about $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Little Rock to Garland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $878 - $1,536
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,099 - $2,091
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,410 - $2,704

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Little Rock, AR, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $620, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $66 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $133 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Little Rock, AR, and Garland, TX, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Little Rock to Garland?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Little Rock, AR to Garland, TX

A rental truck for this 311-mile move from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Garland, Texas, costs between $296 and $769. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $88 - $100
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Little Rock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Little Rock to Garland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $296 - $577
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $332 - $651
• 4+ bedrooms: $402 - $769

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $88 - $100 for the 311-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Little Rock, Arkansas, for about 5 hours typically costs around $620.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 311-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $133 per night, adding $266 - $399 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $44 and $266.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Little Rock to Garland?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Little Rock, AR to Garland, TX

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Garland, Texas. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $862 and $1,689.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Little Rock to Garland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $804 - $1,409
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $862 - $1,689
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,093 - $2,205

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $66 - $133 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Little Rock, Arkansas, typically costs $620.

What are the best freight companies from Little Rock to Garland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Little Rock, AR vs Garland, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Garland, side by side with Little Rock on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

For a move from Little Rock, AR, to Garland, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $975 for a studio to $6,225 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 311-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $878 - $2,704. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $296 - $769, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $1,562 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Garland tend to point to quality education and diversity, though severe storms and extreme heat come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Garland Independent School District and City of Garland.