The Best Long-Distance Movers in Athens, TX
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Best long-distance movers in Athens for those moving out of state
Relocating from Athens to a new state is a big step. We've selected the top interstate movers to help make that transition as smooth and stress-free as possible.
- Safeway Moving: 4.85 out of 5 stars
- American Van Lines: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- North American Van Lines: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Allied Van Lines: 4.75 out of 5 stars
- Mayzlin Relocation: 4.9 out of 5 stars
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- GPS tracking en route
- Veteran-owned
- Dedicated move coordinator
- Flat-rate pricing
- Donates a portion of moves to charity
- Experienced & fully trained moving crews
- Specializes in moving art & antiques
- Competitive pricing
- Can handle last-minute moves
- Climate-controlled storage
- Custom crates for electronics & art
- Satellite shipment tracking
- 1,500 local agents covering all 50 states
- Self-packing option
- No deposit required
- Fragile packing
- Storage options
- 24/7 shipment tracking
- Quick & efficient
- Accurate quotes
- Family-owned, with locations covering the East Coast
- Full refund if you cancel within 7 days of your move
- Hands-on customer service
- 24/7 support
- Price-matching policy
Best long-distance movers in Athens for those staying in state
Even if your move from Athens keeps you within Texas, covering serious distance means it may still count as long-distance.
When relocating a few hundred miles in-state, we suggest working with one of the top long-distance movers.
These are our favorite picks for movers in Athens, TX:
- Tyler Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- AB Moving: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- ICANN Moving Company, LLC: 4.2 out of 5 stars
- Busy Bee TX Movers: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- AM Moving Company LLC: 4.58 out of 5 stars
Company Info
State license #: 005429267C
Years in Business: 33
DOT #: 2045778
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Grandfather clocks
- Crating
- Shipment tracking
- Storage
- Fragile-only packing
- Safes
- Pay by credit card
Company Info
State license #: 000571862B
Years in Business: 25
DOT #: 1939700
Alternate Names: Baker Relocation, Inc., AB Movers, AB Moving & Storage
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- International moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Grandfather clocks
- Crating
- Shipment tracking
- Full-valuation coverage
- Storage
- Fragile-only packing
- Safes
- Pay by cash
- Pay by credit card
Company Info
State license #: 009343648C
Years in Business: 12
DOT #: 2361511
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- International moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Grandfather clocks
- Crating
- Crane vans
- Shipment tracking
- Full-valuation coverage
- Storage
- Fragile-only packing
- Safes
- Pay by credit card
- Deposit Required
- DOD certified
Company Info
State license #: 000540597B
Years in Business: 30
DOT #: 1951065
Alternate Names: Busy Bee
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Crating
- Full-valuation coverage
- Pay by cash
- Pay by credit card
Company Info
State license #: 006870171C
Years in Business: 9
DOT #: 2571411
Alternate Names: AM Moving Company, LLC
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Grandfather clocks
- Full-valuation coverage
- Storage
- Fragile-only packing
- Safes
- Pay by cash
- Pay by credit card
- Deposit Required
- DOD certified
Moving services available in Athens
Not every moving company offers the same add-on services, and availability can vary widely by location. The table below compares how many movers in Athens provide certain specialized services versus the number of state and national providers. Use it to quickly see what options are realistic in your area if you need extras like piano moving, antiques handling, or climate-controlled storage.
Storage
Comparing Athens, TX, & national movers
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Texas
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Top Athens storage movers
Custom-built crates
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Athens
Texas
Nationwide
Top Athens custom crating movers
Antiques handling
Comparing Athens, TX, & national movers
Athens
Texas
Nationwide
Top Athens antique movers
Piano loading & unloading
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Athens
Texas
Nationwide
Top Athens piano movers
Fragile-only packing
Comparing Athens, TX, & national movers
Athens
Texas
Nationwide
Top Athens fragile-only packing movers
Best long-distance movers in Athens, TX, for small moves
Did you know that many professional movers have minimum weight requirements for your shipment? That means if you're only moving a small load, those movers may not be a viable option.
Luckily, some companies focus on small moves. So, if you're relocating a studio apartment or just a few pieces of furniture from Athens, consider these options:
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Moving containers for long-distance moves in Athens, TX
Moving containers, also known as moving pods, offer short- and long-term storage so you can move from Athens at your own pace. With this option, you pack and load the container yourself and the professionals drive the container to your new home for you.
Our top picks for moving containers for long-distance moves from Athens include:
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Rental trucks in Athens, TX for a total DIY long-distance move
If saving money is your top priority, renting a truck for your move from Athens might be the way to go. Just remember — it’s a full DIY job. You’ll be packing, lifting, driving, and unloading everything yourself. And while it may look budget-friendly upfront, costs like gas, mileage, and tolls can sneak up on you. Do the math before locking it in.
Take a look at our top rental truck picks for long-distance moves:
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Labor-only moving companies in Athens, TX
Hiring labor-only movers means you take care of the truck and materials, and they take care of the muscle. From loading and unloading to assembling your furniture, it’s a streamlined way to get professional support without the full moving package.
These are some of the best labor-only moving companies for long-distance relocations from Athens, TX:
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Comparing the best long-distance movers in Athens, TX
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How we chose the best long-distance movers in Athens, TX
Over the past 10 years, we’ve developed a rigorous review process to identify the absolute best moving companies. We look at:
- Customer satisfaction (40%): Companies that consistently deliver services in a timely manner — with good communication and within the estimated cost — score the highest within this category.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Mistakes cannot be avoided in the moving industry, so we look for companies that take a customer-focused approach to handling their mistakes and make genuine efforts to fix any issues that arise during a move.
- Industry reputation (15%): We look at whether a company is well-regarded within the moving industry and participates in industry conferences and organizations.
- Online reputation (15%): It’s important to us that a company maintains a professional website with accurate information and promptly and professionally responds to online customer inquiries.
- Service options (10%): We look for companies with a wide breadth of services, including packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery.
Read more about our moving company rating methodology.
Average cost of a long-distance move out of Athens, TX
The average cost for professional movers in Texas is $101 per hour, but even the best interstate moving companies need more information about the distance and size of your move to give you a moving quote.
Here’s the average long-distance move cost from Athens, TX to popular cities:
| Destination | Distance | Home size | Cost |
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| Waterbury, CT | 1,630 miles | 3 bedroom | $4,356 - $7,082 |
| Louisville, KY | 825 miles | 2 bedroom | $2,398 - $5,141 |
| Boston, MA | 1,749 miles | 1 bedroom | $2,458 - $5,377 |
To get an accurate estimate of the cost for your long-distance move out of Athens, use our moving cost calculator. And, be sure to check out our detailed post about moving costs in Texas.
FAQs
What else should you know about moving out of state?
A moving company helping you move out of Texas must be properly licensed and have a U.S. Department of Transportation number. Of course, all the Athens movers we’ve included on this list have everything in order, but you can check for yourself on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s database.
If you’re moving from one state to another, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move document from the FMCSA.
Is it better to use local or national movers to relocate from Athens?
There are 10 movers in Athens, which puts you in a good spot: enough options to weigh service and pricing, but not so many that the search becomes overwhelming. Across Texas, you’ll find 221 movers. To simplify the process, we’ve spotlighted the best local moving companies.
For cross-state or cross-country moves, Safeway Moving consistently stands out as the most reliable partner.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Athens?
Since demand for movers in Athens drops in November and December — thanks to the holiday season and school commitments — you’ll have more room to negotiate with moving companies and potentially lock in lower prices.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Athens?
If you're staying within 50 miles of Athens, doing the move yourself is usually the most affordable option. That includes renting a truck from companies like U-Haul or going with a moving container service such as PODS. Read our full breakdown of the cheapest ways to move out of state.
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