($810+) Austin, TX to Minneapolis, MN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Austin, TX to Minneapolis, MN

For the 1,172-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, full-service movers cost between $2,311 and $8,712. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $361 - $2,404 (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 Austin generally start around $191 plus $90 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,311 - $5,150
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,921 - $6,490
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,495 - $8,712

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 Austin to Minneapolis.

Specialty moving services from Austin, TX to Minneapolis, MN

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Austin movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Minneapolis, 91% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Minnesota Transport Services Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Minnesota 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 Austin, TX to Minneapolis, MN

Moving containers from Austin, Texas, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, cost between $1,352 and $4,568. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Minneapolis. If you go over that window, storage in Austin adds around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,352 - $2,361
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,708 - $3,454
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,153 - $4,568

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 $841 in Austin, TX. 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 $90 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $180 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 Minneapolis, MN, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Austin to Minneapolis?

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 Austin, TX to Minneapolis, MN

Renting a moving truck for the 1,172-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, costs between $764 and $2,086, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $448 - $512
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Austin daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $764 - $1,410
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $851 - $1,729
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,047 - $2,086

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 $90 and $421.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $180.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $448 and $512 for the 1,172-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 $841 for 2 movers in Austin, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Austin to Minneapolis?

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 Austin, TX to Minneapolis, MN

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Austin, Texas, to Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 $1,082 and $2,711.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,146 - $2,167
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,353 - $2,711
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,759 - $3,654

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $90 - $180 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Austin, Texas, typically costs $841.

What are the best freight companies from Austin to Minneapolis?

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.
3. Molina Trucking (4.26/5 stars): Molina Trucking is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Austin, TX vs Minneapolis, MN

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