($733+) Billings, MT to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Billings, MT to Lubbock, TX

For the 1,098-mile move from Billings, Montana, to Lubbock, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,725 and $10,571. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $268 - $1,788 (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 Billings generally start around $259 plus $105 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,725 - $6,195
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,095 - $7,740
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,515 - $10,571

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 Billings to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Billings, MT to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 60% of Billings 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 Billings 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 Billings, MT to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Billings, Montana, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,316 and $4,080. 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 Billings typically costs about $55/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,316 - $2,200
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,533 - $3,093
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,093 - $4,080

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Billings, MT and Lubbock, 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 $626 in Billings, MT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $67 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $134 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 Billings 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 Billings, MT to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck for this 1,098-mile move from Billings, Montana, to Lubbock, Texas, costs between $762 and $1,955. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $312 - $357
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Billings daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $762 - $1,336
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $752 - $1,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $955 - $1,955

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $134 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 Billings, Montana, usually costs about $626 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,098-mile drive falls between $312 and $357, 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 $45 and $268 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Billings 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 Billings, MT to Lubbock, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Billings, Montana, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Lubbock, Texas.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,343 and $2,526.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,083 - $1,979
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,343 - $2,526
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,813 - $3,332

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 $67 and $134.
• 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 Billings, Montana, for roughly five hours typically average $626.

What are the best freight companies from Billings to Lubbock?

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.
3. Diversified Transfer & Storage, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Diversified Transfer & Storage, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Billings, MT vs Lubbock, TX

Day-to-day costs in Lubbock are close to what you're used to in Billings: cost of living index of 81 versus 95, with average rent of $1,250/mo compared to $1,300/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 35/100 and 50.37/100 in Billings versus 39/100 and 48.61/100 in Lubbock.