($504+) Gilbert, AZ to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Lubbock, TX

For the 726-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, full-service movers cost between $1,582 and $8,124. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $301 - $2,004 (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 Gilbert generally start around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,582 - $4,138
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,257 - $5,397
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,669 - $8,124

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 Gilbert to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Gilbert 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 Gilbert to Lubbock?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Southwest Movers Association is a good first thing to confirm.

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 Gilbert, AZ to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,012 and $3,315. 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 Gilbert typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,012 - $1,839
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,273 - $2,497
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,741 - $3,315

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Gilbert, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $701, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $75 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $150 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Gilbert, AZ, and Lubbock, TX, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert 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 Gilbert, AZ to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 726 miles from Gilbert, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, running $504 - $1,390. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $231 - $265
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Gilbert daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $504 - $927
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $539 - $1,182
• 4+ bedrooms: $701 - $1,390

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 $75 and $351.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $150.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $231 and $265 for the 726-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 $701 for 2 movers in Gilbert, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Gilbert 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 Gilbert, AZ to Lubbock, TX

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Gilbert, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,114 and $1,998.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $883 - $1,740
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,114 - $1,998
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,450 - $2,680

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 $75 and $150.
• 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 Gilbert, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $701.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert 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.

Cost of living: Gilbert, AZ 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 Gilbert 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

A move from Gilbert, AZ, to Lubbock, TX, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,582 - $8,124 on the 726-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,012 - $3,315, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $504 - $1,390. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,257 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live 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.