($865+) Washington DC, MD to Houston, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Washington DC, MD to Houston, TX

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,408-mile move from Washington DC, Maryland, to Houston, Texas, with prices running from $2,278 - $9,421. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $388 - $2,588 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Washington DC and Houston are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Washington DC movers tend to run around $180 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Washington DC to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,278 - $5,219
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,070 - $6,905
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,062 - $9,421

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 Washington DC to Houston.

Specialty moving services from Washington DC, MD to Houston, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Washington DC movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Houston, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Washington DC to Houston?

Southwest Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Texas, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Washington DC, MD to Houston, TX

Moving containers from Washington DC, Maryland, to Houston, Texas, cost between $1,330 and $4,913. 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 Washington DC typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Washington DC to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,330 - $2,590
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,734 - $3,616
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,356 - $4,913

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $97 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $194 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $906 in Washington DC, MD, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Houston, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Washington DC to Houston?

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 Washington DC, MD to Houston, TX

A rental truck for this 1,408-mile move from Washington DC, Maryland, to Houston, Texas, costs between $928 and $2,455. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $580 - $663
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Washington DC daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Washington DC to Houston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $928 - $1,725
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $936 - $2,031
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,190 - $2,455

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Washington DC, Maryland, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $906.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $580 - $663 for the 1,408-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $78 and $421, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $194 per night for hotel stops on the 1,408-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $388 - $582.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Washington DC to Houston?

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 Washington DC, MD to Houston, TX

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Washington DC, Maryland, to Houston, 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 $1,474 and $2,922.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Washington DC to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,197 - $2,354
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,474 - $2,922
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,042 - $3,931

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $97 - $194 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Washington DC, Maryland, typically costs $906.

What are the best freight companies from Washington DC to Houston?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Terminal Transportation Services (4.7/5 stars): Terminal Transportation Services is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Washington DC, MD vs Houston, TX

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