($811+) Memphis, TN to Boston, MA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Boston, MA

For the 1,316-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Boston, Massachusetts, full-service movers cost between $2,283 and $9,398. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $336 - $2,240 (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 Memphis generally start around $334 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,283 - $5,285
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,840 - $6,980
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,046 - $9,398

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 Memphis to Boston.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Boston, MA

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Boston, 76% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to Boston?

Movers licensed to operate in Massachusetts are typically members of the Massachusetts 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.

Moving container costs from Memphis, TN to Boston, MA

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $1,307 and $4,508. 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 Memphis runs about $45/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to Boston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,307 - $2,505
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,684 - $3,528
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,239 - $4,508

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $84 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $168 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 $784 in Memphis, TN, 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 Boston, MA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to Boston?

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 Memphis, TN to Boston, MA

Renting a moving truck for the 1,316-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Boston, Massachusetts, costs between $811 and $2,337, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $469 - $536
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to Boston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $811 - $1,595
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $832 - $1,824
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,047 - $2,337

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $168 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 Memphis, Tennessee, usually costs about $784 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,316-mile drive falls between $469 and $536, 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 $56 and $336 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to Boston?

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 Memphis, TN to Boston, MA

For larger DIY moves from Memphis, Tennessee, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Boston, Massachusetts.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,387 and $2,742.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,198 - $2,255
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,387 - $2,742
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,774 - $3,428

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 $84 - $168 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about five hours typically runs $784.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Boston?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN vs Boston, MA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Boston, side by side with Memphis 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 Memphis, TN, to Boston, MA, 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 $2,283 - $9,398 on the 1,316-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,307 - $4,508 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $811 - $2,337 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,840 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include General Electric and Fidelity Investments.