($810+) Madison, WI to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Madison, WI to Lubbock, TX

For the 1,174-mile move from Madison, Wisconsin, to Lubbock, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,334 and $8,524. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $283 - $1,884 (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 Madison generally start around $371 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,334 - $5,198
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,921 - $6,617
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,727 - $8,524

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 Madison to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Madison, WI to Lubbock, TX

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

What are the best full-service movers from Madison to Lubbock?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Madison, WI to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Madison, Wisconsin, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,352 and $4,524. 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 Lubbock. If you go over that window, storage in Madison adds around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Madison to Lubbock:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,352 - $2,337
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,708 - $3,221
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,176 - $4,524

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 $659 in Madison, WI. 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 $71 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $141 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 Lubbock, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Madison to Lubbock?

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 Madison, WI to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck for this 1,174-mile move from Madison, Wisconsin, to Lubbock, Texas, costs between $733 and $2,193. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $352 - $402
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Madison daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Madison to Lubbock based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $733 - $1,527
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $876 - $1,799
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,047 - $2,193

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $141 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 Madison, Wisconsin, usually costs about $659 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,174-mile drive falls between $352 and $402, 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 $47 and $283 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Madison to Lubbock?

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 Madison, WI to Lubbock, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Madison, Wisconsin, to Lubbock, 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 $848 and $2,551.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,100 - $2,081
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,353 - $2,551
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,759 - $3,584

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $71 and $141.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Madison, Wisconsin, for roughly five hours typically average $659.

What are the best freight companies from Madison to Lubbock?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Larson Transportation, LLC (4.3/5 stars): Larson Transportation, LLC is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Madison, WI vs Lubbock, TX

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