($1,007+) Arlington, VA to Laredo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Arlington, VA to Laredo, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,718-mile move from Arlington, Virginia, to Laredo, Texas, with costs ranging from $2,157 - $9,674. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $394 - $2,624. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Arlington and Laredo. Local movers in Arlington typically start around $200 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,157 - $4,568
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,917 - $6,438
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,088 - $9,674

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 Arlington to Laredo.

Specialty moving services from Arlington, VA to Laredo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 70% of Arlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally.

What are the best full-service movers from Arlington to Laredo?

Southwest Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Texas, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Arlington, VA to Laredo, TX

Moving containers from Arlington, Virginia, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $1,477 and $5,022. 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 Arlington typically runs around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Arlington to Laredo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,477 - $2,731
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,815 - $3,859
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,503 - $5,022

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 $918 in Arlington, VA. 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 $98 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $197 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 Laredo, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Arlington to Laredo?

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 Arlington, VA to Laredo, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,718 miles from Arlington, Virginia, to Laredo, Texas, running $1,007 - $2,677. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $717 - $820
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Arlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Arlington to Laredo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,007 - $1,859
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,025 - $2,280
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,360 - $2,677

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 $98 and $459.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $197.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $717 and $820 for the 1,718-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 $918 for 2 movers in Arlington, Virginia, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Arlington to Laredo?

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 Arlington, VA to Laredo, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Arlington, Virginia, 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 Laredo, 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 $1,557 and $2,995.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,369 - $2,581
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,557 - $2,995
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,941 - $4,140

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 $98 and $197.
• 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 Arlington, Virginia, for roughly five hours typically average $918.

What are the best freight companies from Arlington to Laredo?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Arlington, VA vs Laredo, TX

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

How you handle your interstate move from Arlington, VA, to Laredo, TX, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,157 - $9,674 on the 1,718-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,477 - $5,022 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,007 - $2,677 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,917 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Laredo tend to point to delicious Mexican food and culture rich, though limited recreational opportunities and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include United independent school District and Laredo independent school District.