($1,021+) Tacoma, WA to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tacoma, WA to Lubbock, TX

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,756-mile move from Tacoma, Washington, to Lubbock, Texas, with prices running from $2,504 - $11,195. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $319 - $2,124 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Tacoma and Lubbock are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Tacoma movers tend to run around $316 as a base rate plus $133/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,504 - $5,556
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,650 - $7,707
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,733 - $11,195

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 Tacoma to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Tacoma, WA to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Tacoma movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lubbock, 44% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Southwest Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Texas 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 Tacoma, WA to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Tacoma, Washington, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,470 and $5,109. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Tacoma costs roughly $110/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,470 - $2,885
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,842 - $3,766
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,594 - $5,109

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $80 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $159 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Lubbock, TX, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $743 in Tacoma, WA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Tacoma 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 Tacoma, WA to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,756 miles from Tacoma, Washington, to Lubbock, Texas, running $1,021 - $2,946. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $593 - $678
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tacoma daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,021 - $1,983
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,061 - $2,314
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,449 - $2,946

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $80 and $372.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $159.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $593 and $678 for the 1,756-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $743 for 2 movers in Tacoma, Washington, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tacoma 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 Tacoma, WA to Lubbock, TX

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tacoma, Washington, to Lubbock, 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. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,534 and $3,106.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,283 - $2,621
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,534 - $3,106
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,992 - $4,171

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 Tacoma, Washington, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $743.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $80 and $159 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Tacoma to Lubbock?

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.

Cost of living: Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma 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

For a move from Tacoma, WA, to Lubbock, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,504 for a studio to $11,195 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,756-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,470 - $5,109. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,021 - $2,946, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,650 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Lubbock tend to point to friendly people and easy transportation, though rough weather and lack of recreational options come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Texas Tech University and Covenant Health System.