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The cost to move from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX ranges from $1,344 to $9,536, with an average cost of $3,650. Moves can be as low as $924 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 1,516 miles and usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

Compare moving options from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX

Moving options from Bakersfield to Laredo fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,344 - $9,536 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,650, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,516 miles and typically takes 4 to 15 days depending on the service you pick.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,516-mile route from Bakersfield to Laredo, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,344 - $5,480 $1,459 - $2,655 $953 - $1,827 $1,262 - $2,463
2 - 3 bedrooms $3,040 - $6,975 $1,791 - $3,672 $1,031 - $2,195 $1,492 - $2,998
4+ bedrooms $5,723 - $9,536 $2,463 - $5,156 $1,259 - $2,576 $2,072 - $3,963

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX

For the 1,516-mile move from Bakersfield, California, to Laredo, Texas, full-service movers cost between $1,344 and $9,536. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $278 - $1,856 (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 Bakersfield generally start around $420 plus $116 per hour, per mover.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,344 - $5,480
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,040 - $6,975
  • 4+ bedrooms: $5,723 - $9,536

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 Bakersfield to Laredo.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Texas. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.

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Specialty moving services from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Bakersfield movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Laredo, 100% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$464 - $4,640
Storage in transitNew place not ready80% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Meathead Movers$186 - $1,114/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$278 - $2,227
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage20% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs$928 - $2,784
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,320 - $9,280
Car shippingSecond vehicle$695 - $1,321
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items20% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage$928 - $2,320
PianoAny piano type40% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage$742 - $3,248
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling20% of local movers$278 - $1,392
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect20% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage$603 - $1,856
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$278 - $13,920+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$278 - $3,248+

What are the best full-service movers from Bakersfield to Laredo?

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.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Bakersfield, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX

Moving containers from Bakersfield, California, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $1,459 and $5,156. 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 Laredo. If you go over that window, storage in Bakersfield adds around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Bakersfield to Laredo:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,459 - $2,655
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,791 - $3,672
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,463 - $5,156

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 $650 in Bakersfield, CA. 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 $70 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $139 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 Laredo, TX, destination before booking.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Texas move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.

Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,459. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,791 - $3,672, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Bakersfield to Laredo?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Bakersfield to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Bakersfield:

  • Mentors Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 20 years in business
  • US Pro Logistics (4.8/5), 4 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX

Renting a moving truck for the 1,516-mile move from Bakersfield, California, to Laredo, Texas, costs between $953 and $2,576, before these typical add-ons:

  • Fuel for the drive: $448 - $512
  • Daily insurance: $28/day
  • Equipment rentals: $6 - $19
  • Bakersfield daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Bakersfield to Laredo based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $953 - $1,827
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,031 - $2,195
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,259 - $2,576

Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $953 - $2,576 when pricing out a rental truck from Bakersfield to Laredo. Fuel alone runs ($448 - $512) , and overnight lodging ($139/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
  • Lodging: Budget around $139 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
  • Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Bakersfield, California, usually costs about $650 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
  • Gas: Fuel for the 1,516-mile drive falls between $448 and $512, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
  • Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $46 and $278 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Bakersfield to Laredo?

  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 Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Bakersfield, California, to Laredo, Texas, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,492 and $2,998.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,262 - $2,463
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,492 - $2,998
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,072 - $3,963

Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.

What other costs come with freight trailers?

  • Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
  • More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $70 - $139 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Bakersfield, California, for about five hours typically runs $650.

What are the best freight companies from Bakersfield to Laredo?

  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.
  3. Sidhu Truck Line, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sidhu Truck Line, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.

Cost of living: Bakersfield, CA vs Laredo, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Laredo, side by side with Bakersfield on housing, income, and taxes.

Measure Bakersfield, CA Laredo, TX
Cost of living index10082
Average rent$1,695/mo$1,241/mo
Median home value$345,317$181,479
Average income$77,397/yr$63,264/yr
Unemployment rate5.9%7.9%
State income taxUp to 13.3%None
Walkability score37/10037/100
Safety index41.51/10063.77/100
Air qualityGoodGood

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Laredo, TX to Bakersfield, CA guide.

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Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,516-mile route from Bakersfield, CA, to Laredo, TX, run $1,344 - $9,536 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,459 - $5,156, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $953 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,040, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Laredo tend to point to delicious Mexican food and culture rich, though limited recreational opportunities and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include United independent school District and Laredo independent school District.

FAQs: Moving from Bakersfield, CA, to Laredo, TX

What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?

The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($448 - $512), daily insurance ($28/day), and equipment rentals ($6 - $19) on top. Overnight stops can add another $139/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.

What is the cheapest way to move from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX?

Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,031 - $2,195. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

How much does it cost to move from Bakersfield, CA to Laredo, TX?

Costs on this route range from around $1,344 to $9,536, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,344 and $9,536, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.

What size moving truck do I need for this route?

Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

What do local movers charge in Bakersfield?

Local movers based in Bakersfield typically start around $420 as a base rate, plus $116/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Laredo run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

What percentage of Bakersfield movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 40% of movers in Bakersfield handle piano moves, and 20% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.