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Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Austin, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,384-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Austin, Texas, with costs ranging from $1,230 - $9,910. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $446 - $2,976. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Long Beach and Austin. Local movers in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Long Beach to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,230 - $4,996
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,048 - $6,595
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,471 - $9,910

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 Long Beach to Austin.

Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Austin, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Austin, 81% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Long Beach to Austin?

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Austin, TX

Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Austin, Texas, cost between $1,445 and $4,722. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Long Beach runs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Long Beach to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,445 - $2,515
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,881 - $3,800
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,531 - $4,722

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Long Beach, CA and Austin, 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 $1,042 in Long Beach, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $112 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $223 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 Long Beach to Austin?

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 Long Beach, CA to Austin, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,384 miles from Long Beach, California, to Austin, Texas, running $923 - $2,566. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $655 - $749
• Daily insurance: $45/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $30
• Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Long Beach to Austin based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $923 - $1,631
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,008 - $1,941
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,221 - $2,566

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $223 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $97 and $484 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $655 - $749 in fuel for the 1,384-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,042 in Long Beach, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach to Austin?

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 Long Beach, CA to Austin, TX

For larger DIY moves from Long Beach, California, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Austin, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,433 and $3,012.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,263 - $2,404
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,433 - $3,012
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,888 - $3,739

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 $112 and $223.
• 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 Long Beach, California, for roughly five hours typically average $1,042.

What are the best freight companies from Long Beach to Austin?

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.
3. Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Long Beach, CA vs Austin, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Austin, side by side with Long Beach 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.