($957+) New York City, NY to Amarillo, TX Movers
Moving from NYC, to Amarillo, TX, runs anywhere from $957 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,070 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,705 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,102, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $9,070 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,521 - $5,329, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $957 - $2,677.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from NYC, to Amarillo, TX. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,872 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from NYC to Amarillo, TX
Moving options from NYC to Amarillo fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,872 - $5,974 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 34% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 61% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,705 miles and typically takes 4 to 15 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,705-mile route from NYC to Amarillo, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $2,102 - $4,734 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,521 - $2,649), rental truck ($957 - $1,840), or freight trailer ($1,304 - $2,507). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,872 - $5,974 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $9,070.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from NYC to Amarillo, TX
Full-service movers for the 1,705-mile relocation from NYC, New York, to Amarillo, Texas, cost between $2,102 and $9,070. 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 $398 - $2,656, 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 NYC typically charge a base rate around $239 plus $110 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from NYC to Amarillo:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,102 - $4,734
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,872 - $5,974
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,919 - $9,070
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 NYC to Amarillo.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from NYC to Amarillo, TX
Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of New York City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Amarillo, 50% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing71% of local movers | $664 - $6,640 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready62% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Great Movers | $266 - $1,594/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $398 - $3,187 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage12% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs46% of local movers | $1,328 - $3,984 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,320 - $13,280 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $995 - $1,890 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items31% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: White Glove Moving & Storage | $1,328 - $3,320 |
| Piano | Any piano type38% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Great Movers | $1,062 - $4,648 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling9% of local movers | $398 - $1,992 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect3% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (NY) | $863 - $2,656 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $398 - $19,920+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $398 - $4,648+ |
What are the best full-service movers from NYC to Amarillo?
Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in NYC. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from NYC to Amarillo, TX
Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Amarillo, Texas, cost between $1,521 and $5,329. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in NYC typically runs around $190/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from NYC to Amarillo:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,521 - $2,649
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,890 - $3,782
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,528 - $5,329
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both NYC and Amarillo, 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 $930 in NYC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $100 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $199 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a New York to Texas move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,521. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,890 - $3,782.
What are the best moving containers NYC to Amarillo?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in NYC to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in NYC:
- Zip to Zip Moving Inc (5.0/5), 9 years in business
- Piece of Cake Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 8 years in business
- Moishe's Moving Systems (4.5/5), 33 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from NYC to Amarillo, TX
A rental truck for this 1,705-mile move from NYC, New York, to Amarillo, Texas, costs between $957 and $2,677. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $720 - $823
- Daily insurance: $40/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
- NYC daily rental rate: $19 - $50
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.99 - $2.29
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from NYC to Amarillo based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $957 - $1,840
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,133 - $2,257
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,373 - $2,677
Pro tip: A rental truck from NYC to Amarillo looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $957 - $2,677. But once you factor in fuel ($720 - $823), overnight lodging ($199/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $100 and $465.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $199.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $720 and $823 for the 1,705-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $930 for 2 movers in NYC, New York, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from NYC to Amarillo?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 NYC to Amarillo, TX
If you're moving a larger household from NYC, New York, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Amarillo, Texas.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,542 and $2,964.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from NYC to Amarillo:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,304 - $2,507
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,542 - $2,964
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,023 - $4,140
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $100 - $199 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in NYC, New York, for about five hours typically runs $930.
What are the best freight companies from NYC to Amarillo?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Amarillo fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: NYC vs Amarillo, TX
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Amarillo, side by side with NYC on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | NYC | Amarillo, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 172 | 74 |
| Average rent | $4,340/mo | $1,200/mo |
| Median home value | $732,100 | $185,247 |
| Average income | $127,894/yr | $62,469/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 11.2% | 4.9% |
| State income tax | Up to 10.9% | None |
| Walkability score | 88/100 | 40/100 |
| Safety index | 49.17/100 | 74.69/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Amarillo, TX to New York City, NY guide.
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We've processed 3 real quotes from New York to Texas over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 520 movers in our New York network to compare for this 1,705-mile move.
Our take
The 1,705-mile move from NYC, to Amarillo, TX, costs between $2,102 and $9,070 with full-service movers, $1,521 - $5,329 with a moving container, and $957 - $2,677 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,872 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include BSA Health System and Northwest Texas Healthcare System.
FAQs: Moving from NYC, NY, to Amarillo, TX
How do I know a mover is licensed in Texas?
In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers.
What is the best time of year to move from NYC to Amarillo, TX?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Texas also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
Is Amarillo a safe place to live?
Amarillo has a safety index of 74.69 out of 100 and a crime index of 25.31, compared to 49.17 and 50.83 in NYC. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from NYC to Amarillo, TX?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,133 - $2,257. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of NYC movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 38% of movers in New York City handle piano moves, and 31% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.