($628+) Nashville, TN to Austin, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Nashville, TN to Austin, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 859-mile move from Nashville, Tennessee, to Austin, Texas, with costs ranging from $2,064 - $8,114. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $344 - $2,292. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Nashville and Austin. Local movers in Nashville typically start around $275 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,064 - $4,840
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,516 - $6,533
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,499 - $8,114

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 Nashville to Austin.

Specialty moving services from Nashville, TN to Austin, TX

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

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

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Nashville, TN to Austin, TX

Moving containers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Austin, Texas, cost between $1,186 and $3,901. 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 Austin. If you go over that window, storage in Nashville adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,186 - $2,212
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,451 - $3,011
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,990 - $3,901

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 $802 in Nashville, TN. 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 $86 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $172 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 Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Austin, TX

Renting a moving truck for the 859-mile move from Nashville, Tennessee, to Austin, Texas, costs between $598 and $1,661, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $313 - $358
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Nashville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $598 - $1,162
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $692 - $1,340
• 4+ bedrooms: $800 - $1,661

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 $86 and $401.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $172.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $313 and $358 for the 859-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 $802 for 2 movers in Nashville, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Austin, TX

For larger DIY moves from Nashville, Tennessee, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Austin, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,220 and $2,362.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,068 - $1,877
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,220 - $2,362
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,528 - $3,060

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 $86 and $172.
• 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 Nashville, Tennessee, for roughly five hours typically average $802.

What are the best freight companies from Nashville 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.
3. OLD South Freight Service, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): OLD South Freight Service, Inc. 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: Nashville, TN 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 Nashville 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.