($535+) Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX Movers
The cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX ranges from $1,234 to $7,519, with an average cost of $2,850. Moves can be as low as $535 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 801 miles and usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX
Moving options from Los Angeles to El Paso fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,234 - $7,519 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $2,850, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 41% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 74% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 801 miles and typically takes 2 to 7 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 801-mile route from Los Angeles to El Paso, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,234 - $4,340 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,099 - $1,867), rental truck ($580 - $1,008), or freight trailer ($931 - $1,840). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,332 - $5,919 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $7,519.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 801-mile move from Los Angeles, California, to El Paso, Texas, with prices running from $1,234 - $7,519. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $390 - $2,600 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Los Angeles and El Paso are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Los Angeles movers tend to run around $200 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to El Paso:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,234 - $4,340
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,332 - $5,919
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,772 - $7,519
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 Los Angeles to El Paso.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX
Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In El Paso, 61% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing78% of local movers | $650 - $6,500 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready56% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $260 - $1,560/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $390 - $3,120 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage14% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs53% of local movers | $1,300 - $3,900 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,250 - $13,000 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $974 - $1,850 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items29% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $1,300 - $3,250 |
| Piano | Any piano type40% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $1,040 - $4,550 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $390 - $1,950 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: 5 Star Moving | $845 - $2,600 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $390 - $19,500+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $390 - $4,550+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to El Paso?
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- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Los Angeles, CA. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX
Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to El Paso, Texas, cost between $1,099 and $3,738. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Los Angeles typically runs around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to El Paso:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,099 - $1,867
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,385 - $2,782
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,859 - $3,738
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 Los Angeles, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $910, 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 $98 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $195 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Los Angeles, CA, and El Paso, 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Texas move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,099. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,385 - $2,782.
What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to El Paso?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Los Angeles to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Los Angeles:
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
- Move Central Moving & Storage (3.9/5), 14 years in business
- Best California Movers (5.0/5), 8 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX
A rental truck for this 801-mile move from Los Angeles, California, to El Paso, Texas, costs between $580 and $1,498. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $331 - $379
- Daily insurance: $39/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
- Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles to El Paso based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $580 - $1,008
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $595 - $1,311
- 4+ bedrooms: $731 - $1,498
Pro tip: The base rate of $580 - $1,498 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Los Angeles to El Paso. Fuel ($331 - $379), lodging at around $195/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Los Angeles, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $910.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $331 - $379 for the 801-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 $78 and $423, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $195 per night for hotel stops on the 801-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $390 - $585.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to El Paso?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX
If you're moving a larger household from Los Angeles, California, 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 El Paso, 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 $1,163 and $2,116.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to El Paso:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $931 - $1,840
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,163 - $2,116
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,473 - $2,962
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Los Angeles, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $910.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $98 and $195 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to El Paso?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Los Angeles to El Paso, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA vs El Paso, TX
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in El Paso, side by side with Los Angeles on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Los Angeles, CA | El Paso, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 162 | 82 |
| Average rent | $2,960/mo | $1,510/mo |
| Median home value | $878,142 | $172,129 |
| Average income | $80,366/yr | $58,734/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 10.6% | 4.7% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | None |
| Walkability score | 69/100 | 40/100 |
| Safety index | 46.19/100 | 67.49/100 |
| Air quality | Moderate | Moderate |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our El Paso, TX to Los Angeles, CA guide.
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Our take
For a move from Los Angeles, CA, to El Paso, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,234 for a studio to $7,519 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 801-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,099 - $3,738. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $580 - $1,498, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,332 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to El Paso tend to point to low cost of living and pleasant climate, though hot summers and limited jobs come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Fort Bliss and El Paso Independent School District.
FAQs: Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to El Paso, TX
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX?
Costs on this route range from around $535 to $7,519, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,234 and $7,519, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What is the cheapest way to move from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $595 - $1,311. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($331 - $379), daily insurance ($39/day), and equipment rentals ($9 - $26) on top. Overnight stops can add another $195/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How long does a move from Los Angeles, CA to El Paso, TX take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 2 to 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What percentage of Los Angeles movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 40% of movers in Los Angeles handle piano moves, and 29% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.