($507+) Scottsdale, AZ to Lubbock, TX Movers

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

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 724-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, with prices running from $1,476 - $8,043. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $301 - $2,004 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Scottsdale and Lubbock are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Scottsdale movers tend to run around $155 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,476 - $4,171
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,233 - $5,747
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,842 - $8,043

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 Scottsdale to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Lubbock, TX

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Southwest Movers Association, the group most Texas movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $971 and $3,406. 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 Scottsdale typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $971 - $1,874
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,286 - $2,596
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,845 - $3,406

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 Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 724 miles from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, running $507 - $1,383. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $231 - $264
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Scottsdale daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $507 - $942
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $569 - $1,085
• 4+ bedrooms: $719 - $1,383

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $231 - $264 for the 724-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $701.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 724-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $150 per night, adding $301 - $451 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $50 and $301.

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

If you're moving a larger household from Scottsdale, Arizona, 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. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,018 and $2,035.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $920 - $1,619
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,018 - $2,035
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,462 - $2,671

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $75 - $150 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, typically costs $701.

What are the best freight companies from Scottsdale 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: Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale, 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 $1,476 - $8,043 on the 724-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $971 - $3,406, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $507 - $1,383. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,233 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.