($1,011+) New York City, NY to Austin, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from NYC to Austin, TX

For the 1,744-mile move from NYC, New York, to Austin, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,015 and $8,621. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $464 - $3,096 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in NYC generally start around $239 plus $110 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from NYC to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,015 - $4,619
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,814 - $6,447
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,825 - $8,621

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 Austin.

Specialty moving services from NYC to Austin, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of New York City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Austin, 63% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from NYC to Austin?

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 NYC to Austin, TX

Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Austin, Texas, cost between $1,432 and $5,492. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in NYC typically costs about $190/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from NYC to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,432 - $2,785
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,813 - $3,937
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,553 - $5,492

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,084 in NYC. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $116 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $232 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Austin, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers NYC to Austin?

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 NYC to Austin, TX

A rental truck for this 1,744-mile move from NYC, New York, to Austin, Texas, costs between $1,011 and $2,716. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $859 - $982
• Daily insurance: $46/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• NYC daily rental rate: $19 - $50
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.99 - $2.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from NYC to Austin based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,011 - $2,023
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,049 - $2,454
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,462 - $2,716

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 $116 and $542.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $232.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $859 and $982 for the 1,744-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 $1,084 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 Austin?

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 NYC to Austin, 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 NYC, New York, to Austin, 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 $1,450 and $3,087.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from NYC to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,316 - $2,481
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,450 - $3,087
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,979 - $4,394

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in NYC, New York, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,084.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $116 and $232 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from NYC to Austin?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: NYC vs Austin, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Austin, side by side with NYC 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 NYC, to Austin, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,015 for a studio to $8,621 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,744-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,432 - $5,492. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,011 - $2,716, 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 $2,814 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 Austin tend to point to delicious barbecue and phenomenal live music, though hot summers and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Keller Williams Realty and Whole Foods Market.