($1,113+) Oakland, CA to Garland, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Oakland, CA to Garland, TX

For the 1,725-mile move from Oakland, California, to Garland, Texas, full-service movers cost between $1,300 and $10,342. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $473 - $3,152 (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 Oakland generally start around $281 plus $147 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,300 - $5,212
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,474 - $7,213
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,332 - $10,342

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 Oakland to Garland.

Specialty moving services from Oakland, CA to Garland, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Oakland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Garland, 94% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Oakland to Garland?

Southwest Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Texas, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Oakland, CA to Garland, TX

Moving containers from Oakland, California, to Garland, Texas, cost between $1,578 and $5,754. 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 Oakland typically runs around $120/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Oakland to Garland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,578 - $2,801
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,099 - $4,002
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,729 - $5,754

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,103 in Oakland, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $118 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $236 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Garland, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Oakland to Garland?

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 Oakland, CA to Garland, TX

Plan on $1,091 - $2,995 for a rental moving truck on the 1,725-mile route from Oakland, California, to Garland, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $865 - $989
• Daily insurance: $47/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $32
• Oakland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.39

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Oakland to Garland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,091 - $1,955
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,192 - $2,326
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,503 - $2,995

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 $118 and $552.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $236.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $865 and $989 for the 1,725-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 $1,103 for 2 movers in Oakland, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Oakland to Garland?

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 Oakland, CA to Garland, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Oakland, California, to Garland, 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 $1,418 and $3,365.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,448 - $2,757
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,663 - $3,365
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,182 - $4,560

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 Oakland, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,103.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $118 and $236 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Oakland to Garland?

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.
3. PRO Logistics (4.54/5 stars): PRO Logistics is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Oakland, CA vs Garland, TX

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