($742+) Orlando, FL to Corpus Christi, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Orlando, FL to Corpus Christi, TX

Full-service movers for the 1,170-mile relocation from Orlando, Florida, to Corpus Christi, Texas, cost between $1,849 and $6,957. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $292 - $1,944, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Orlando typically charge a base rate around $188 plus $80 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Orlando to Corpus Christi:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,849 - $4,371
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,246 - $5,401
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,897 - $6,957

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 Orlando to Corpus Christi.

Specialty moving services from Orlando, FL to Corpus Christi, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Orlando movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Corpus Christi, 64% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Orlando to Corpus Christi?

Look for Southwest Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Texas beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Orlando, FL to Corpus Christi, TX

Moving containers from Orlando, Florida, to Corpus Christi, Texas, cost between $1,239 and $4,267. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Orlando costs roughly $80/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Orlando to Corpus Christi:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,239 - $2,227
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,595 - $3,164
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,073 - $4,267

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Orlando, FL and Corpus Christi, TX. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $680 in Orlando, FL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $146 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Orlando to Corpus Christi?

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 Orlando, FL to Corpus Christi, TX

Truck rentals from Orlando, Florida, to Corpus Christi, Texas, range from $742 - $2,108 for the 1,170-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $362 - $414
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Orlando daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Orlando to Corpus Christi based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $742 - $1,413
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $771 - $1,648
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,037 - $2,108

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $362 - $414 for the 1,170-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 Orlando, Florida, for about 5 hours typically costs around $680.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,170-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $146 per night, adding $292 - $437 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $49 and $292.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Orlando to Corpus Christi?

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 Orlando, FL to Corpus Christi, TX

For larger DIY moves from Orlando, Florida, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Corpus Christi, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,213 and $2,582.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Orlando to Corpus Christi:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,092 - $2,064
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,213 - $2,582
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,693 - $3,215

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $73 and $146.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Orlando, Florida, for roughly five hours typically average $680.

What are the best freight companies from Orlando to Corpus Christi?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Orlando, FL vs Corpus Christi, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Corpus Christi, side by side with Orlando 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 Orlando, FL, to Corpus Christi, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,849 for a studio to $6,957 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,170-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,239 - $4,267. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $742 - $2,108, 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 $2,246 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 Corpus Christi tend to point to low cost of living and pleasant winter months, though temperamental weather and high crime rate come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Naval Air Station-Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi ISD.