($689+) Lansing, MI to Dallas, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lansing, MI to Dallas, TX

For the 1,115-mile move from Lansing, Michigan, to Dallas, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,210 and $8,720. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $271 - $1,808 (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 Lansing generally start around $570 plus $240 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,210 - $5,074
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,654 - $6,484
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,655 - $8,720

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 Lansing to Dallas.

Specialty moving services from Lansing, MI to Dallas, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 45% of Lansing movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Dallas, 55% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Lansing to Dallas?

All three below meet the standards set by the Southwest Movers Association, the group most Texas movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Lansing, MI to Dallas, TX

Moving containers from Lansing, Michigan, to Dallas, Texas, cost between $1,217 and $3,850. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Lansing runs about $60/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Lansing to Dallas:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,217 - $2,271
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,598 - $2,917
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,055 - $3,850

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Lansing, MI and Dallas, 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 $633 in Lansing, MI, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $68 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $136 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 Lansing to Dallas?

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 Lansing, MI to Dallas, TX

Renting a moving truck for the 1,115-mile move from Lansing, Michigan, to Dallas, Texas, costs between $689 and $1,956, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $321 - $367
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Lansing daily rental rate: $19 - $29
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lansing to Dallas based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $689 - $1,338
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $775 - $1,511
• 4+ bedrooms: $984 - $1,956

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $136 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 $59 and $294 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $321 - $367 in fuel for the 1,115-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $633 in Lansing, Michigan, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lansing to Dallas?

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 Lansing, MI to Dallas, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Lansing, Michigan, to Dallas, Texas. 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 $814 and $2,505.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,030 - $1,965
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,278 - $2,505
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,711 - $3,405

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Lansing, Michigan, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $633.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $68 - $136 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 Lansing to Dallas?

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: Lansing, MI vs Dallas, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Dallas, side by side with Lansing 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 Lansing, MI, to Dallas, 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 $2,210 - $8,720 on the 1,115-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,217 - $3,850 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $689 - $1,956 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,654 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 Dallas tend to point to ample economic opportunity and fabulous weather, though high housing costs and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and American Airlines Group, Inc..