($447+) Tucson, AZ to Lubbock, TX Movers

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

Full-service movers for the 638-mile relocation from Tucson, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,378 and $7,489. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $272 - $1,812, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Tucson typically charge a base rate around $160 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,378 - $3,856
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,033 - $5,465
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,932 - $7,489

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 Tucson to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $970 and $3,302. 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 Tucson costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $970 - $1,843
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,233 - $2,551
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,731 - $3,302

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 Tucson, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $634, 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 $68 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $136 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Tucson, 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 Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 638 miles from Tucson, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas, running $447 - $1,262. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $184 - $210
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $447 - $906
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $527 - $992
• 4+ bedrooms: $665 - $1,262

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Tucson, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $634.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $184 - $210 for the 638-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $54 and $294, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $136 per night for hotel stops on the 638-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $272 - $408.

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

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Tucson, Arizona, to Lubbock, Texas. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $815 and $2,021.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $926 - $1,626
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,027 - $2,021
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,385 - $2,692

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Tucson, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $634.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $68 - $136 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Tucson 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: Tucson, 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 Tucson 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

How you handle your interstate move from Tucson, AZ, to Lubbock, TX, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,378 - $7,489 on the 638-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $970 - $3,302 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $447 - $1,262 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,033 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 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.