($694+) Atlanta, GA to McAllen, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Atlanta, GA to McAllen, TX

For the 1,139-mile move from Atlanta, Georgia, to McAllen, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,131 and $8,721. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $295 - $1,964 (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 Atlanta generally start around $216 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,131 - $4,940
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,519 - $6,019
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,582 - $8,721

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 Atlanta to McAllen.

Specialty moving services from Atlanta, GA to McAllen, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 58% of Atlanta movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In McAllen, 63% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Atlanta to McAllen?

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 Atlanta, GA to McAllen, TX

Moving containers from Atlanta, Georgia, to McAllen, Texas, cost between $1,228 and $3,975. 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 Atlanta typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Atlanta to McAllen:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,228 - $2,294
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,627 - $2,946
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,201 - $3,975

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $74 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $147 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $687 in Atlanta, GA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your McAllen, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Atlanta to McAllen?

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 Atlanta, GA to McAllen, TX

Plan on $694 - $1,893 for a rental moving truck on the 1,139-mile route from Atlanta, Georgia, to McAllen, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $356 - $407
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Atlanta daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Atlanta to McAllen based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $694 - $1,430
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $773 - $1,668
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,020 - $1,893

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $147 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $64 and $319 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $356 - $407 in fuel for the 1,139-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $687 in Atlanta, Georgia, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Atlanta to McAllen?

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 Atlanta, GA to McAllen, TX

For larger DIY moves from Atlanta, Georgia, 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 McAllen, 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 a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,228 and $2,431.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,040 - $1,984
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,431
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,693 - $3,213

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 $74 - $147 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 Atlanta, Georgia, typically costs $687.

What are the best freight companies from Atlanta to McAllen?

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: Atlanta, GA vs McAllen, TX

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

Full-service movers on the 1,139-mile route from Atlanta, GA, to McAllen, TX, run $2,131 - $8,721 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,228 - $3,975, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $694 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,519, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include The Monitor Group and Am-Mex Products.