($365+) Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 395-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to New Orleans, Louisiana, with costs ranging from $1,148 - $7,184. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $277 - $1,848. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Memphis and New Orleans. Local movers in Memphis typically start around $334 as a base rate plus $125/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Memphis to New Orleans:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,148 - $3,773
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,873 - $4,692
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,061 - $7,184

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 Memphis to New Orleans.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In New Orleans, 56% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to New Orleans?

All three below meet the standards set by the Louisiana Motor Transport Association, the group most Louisiana movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

How much do local movers cost in Memphis, TN?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Memphis to New Orleans with a local mover averages $1,873 - $4,692. Working with a local mover based in Memphis, TN often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to New Orleans, Louisiana, cost between $919 and $2,621. 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 Memphis typically runs around $45/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to New Orleans:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $919 - $1,570
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,085 - $2,228
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,468 - $2,621

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $69 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $139 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in New Orleans, LA, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $647 in Memphis, TN. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to New Orleans?

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 Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 395 miles from Memphis, Tennessee, to New Orleans, Louisiana, running $365 - $898. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $116 - $133
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to New Orleans based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $365 - $613
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $356 - $749
• 4+ bedrooms: $456 - $898

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 $69 and $323.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $139.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $116 and $133 for the 395-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 $647 for 2 movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to New Orleans?

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 Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Memphis, Tennessee, to New Orleans, Louisiana. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $832 and $1,731.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Memphis to New Orleans:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $787 - $1,484
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $887 - $1,731
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,119

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Memphis, Tennessee, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $647.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $69 - $139 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to New Orleans?

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: Memphis, TN vs New Orleans, LA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in New Orleans, side by side with Memphis 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

A move from Memphis, TN, to New Orleans, LA, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,148 - $7,184 on the 395-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $919 - $2,621, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $365 - $898. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,873 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Entergy and Ochsner Health System.