($738+) Lubbock, TX to Long Beach, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lubbock, TX to Long Beach, CA

For the 1,118-mile move from Lubbock, Texas, to Long Beach, California, full-service movers cost between $2,021 and $8,310. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $340 - $2,268 (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 Lubbock generally start around $318 plus $148 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Lubbock to Long Beach:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,021 - $4,689
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,580 - $6,117
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,135 - $8,310

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 Lubbock to Long Beach.

Specialty moving services from Lubbock, TX to Long Beach, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 44% of Lubbock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Long Beach, 55% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Lubbock to Long Beach?

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Lubbock, TX to Long Beach, CA

Moving containers from Lubbock, Texas, to Long Beach, California, cost between $1,205 and $3,891. 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 Lubbock typically runs around $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Lubbock to Long Beach:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,205 - $2,117
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,598 - $3,224
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,138 - $3,891

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 $794 in Lubbock, 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 $85 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $170 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 Long Beach, CA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Lubbock to Long Beach?

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 Lubbock, TX to Long Beach, CA

Plan on $738 - $1,859 for a rental moving truck on the 1,118-mile route from Lubbock, Texas, to Long Beach, California. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $403 - $461
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Lubbock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lubbock to Long Beach based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $738 - $1,378
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $783 - $1,670
• 4+ bedrooms: $927 - $1,859

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $170 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 $74 and $369 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $403 - $461 in fuel for the 1,118-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $794 in Lubbock, Texas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lubbock to Long Beach?

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 Lubbock, TX to Long Beach, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Lubbock, Texas, to Long Beach, California. 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 $1,021 and $2,530.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Lubbock to Long Beach:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,041 - $2,064
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,241 - $2,530
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,744 - $3,146

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Lubbock, Texas, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $794.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $85 - $170 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 Lubbock to Long Beach?

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: Lubbock, TX vs Long Beach, CA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Long Beach, side by side with Lubbock 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 1,118-mile route from Lubbock, TX, to Long Beach, CA, run $2,021 - $8,310 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,205 - $3,891, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $738 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,580, 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 UTi Worldwide and Molina Healthcare.