($886+) Irving, TX to New York City, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irving, TX to NYC

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,560-mile move from Irving, Texas, to NYC, New York, with prices running from $2,145 - $9,712. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $386 - $2,576 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Irving and NYC are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Irving movers tend to run around $181 as a base rate plus $92/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,145 - $5,091
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,910 - $6,711
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,460 - $9,712

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 Irving to NYC.

Specialty moving services from Irving, TX to NYC

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Irving movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In New York City, 62% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Irving to NYC?

Look for New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in New York 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 Irving, TX to NYC

Moving containers from Irving, Texas, to NYC, New York, cost between $1,454 and $5,002. 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 Irving typically costs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irving to NYC:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,454 - $2,704
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,716 - $3,451
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,386 - $5,002

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 $902 in Irving, 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 $97 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $193 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 NYC, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Irving to NYC?

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 Irving, TX to NYC

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,560 miles from Irving, Texas, to NYC, New York, running $886 - $2,550. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $639 - $731
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Irving daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irving to NYC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $886 - $1,824
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $969 - $2,192
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,271 - $2,550

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $639 - $731 for the 1,560-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Irving, Texas, for about 5 hours typically costs around $902.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,560-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $193 per night, adding $386 - $580 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $64 and $386.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irving to NYC?

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 Irving, TX to NYC

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Irving, Texas, to NYC, New York. 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 $1,159 and $3,051.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,272 - $2,410
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,387 - $3,051
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,987 - $4,002

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Irving, Texas, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $902.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $97 and $193 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Irving to NYC?

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: Irving, TX vs NYC

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

A move from Irving, TX, to NYC, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,145 - $9,712 on the 1,560-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,454 - $5,002, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $886 - $2,550. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,910 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to NYC tend to point to ample economic opportunity and diverse cuisine, though overcrowded and pollution come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include IBM and PepsiCo.