($793+) Arlington, VA to Garland, TX Movers

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

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,316-mile move from Arlington, Virginia, to Garland, Texas, with prices running from $2,043 - $8,408. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $415 - $2,768 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Arlington and Garland are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Arlington movers tend to run around $200 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,043 - $4,589
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,462 - $5,705
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,246 - $8,408

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 Garland.

Specialty moving services from Arlington, VA to Garland, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 70% of Arlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Garland, 56% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers 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 Arlington, VA to Garland, TX

Moving containers from Arlington, Virginia, to Garland, Texas, cost between $1,240 and $4,543. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Arlington costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,240 - $2,261
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,615 - $3,254
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,325 - $4,543

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Arlington, VA and Garland, TX. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $969 in Arlington, VA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $104 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $208 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Arlington to Garland?

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 Garland, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,316 miles from Arlington, Virginia, to Garland, Texas, running $793 - $2,198. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $580 - $662
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• 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 Garland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $793 - $1,531
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $840 - $1,820
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,067 - $2,198

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $208 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 $90 and $450 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $580 - $662 in fuel for the 1,316-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $969 in Arlington, Virginia, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Garland, TX

For larger DIY moves from Arlington, Virginia, 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 Garland, 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 $1,278 and $2,523.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,138 - $2,164
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,278 - $2,523
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,789 - $3,422

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Arlington, Virginia, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $969.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $104 - $208 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 Arlington to Garland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Arlington, VA vs Garland, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Garland, 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 Garland, 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 $2,043 - $8,408 on the 1,316-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,240 - $4,543 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $793 - $2,198 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,462 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 Garland tend to point to quality education and diversity, though severe storms and extreme heat come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Garland Independent School District and City of Garland.