($901+) Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX Movers

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The cost to move from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX ranges from $1,335 to $9,225, with an average cost of $3,500. Moves can be as low as $901 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 1,410 miles and usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

Compare moving options from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX

Moving options from Riverside to McKinney fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,335 - $9,225 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,500, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,410 miles and typically takes 3 to 8 days depending on the service you pick.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,410-mile route from Riverside to McKinney, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,335 - $5,323 $1,372 - $2,590 $946 - $1,639 $1,222 - $2,260
2 - 3 bedrooms $2,920 - $7,112 $1,770 - $3,762 $956 - $2,113 $1,387 - $2,835
4+ bedrooms $5,111 - $9,225 $2,332 - $4,913 $1,276 - $2,405 $2,042 - $3,698

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX

Full-service movers for the 1,410-mile relocation from Riverside, California, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $1,335 and $9,225. 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 $370 - $2,468, 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 Riverside typically charge a base rate around $239 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,335 - $5,323
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,920 - $7,112
  • 4+ bedrooms: $5,111 - $9,225

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 Riverside to McKinney.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Texas. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.

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Specialty moving services from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 84% of Riverside movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In McKinney, 95% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$617 - $6,170
Storage in transitNew place not ready84% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: VIP Transport, Inc.$247 - $1,481/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$370 - $2,962
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage42% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs33% of local movers$1,234 - $3,702
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$3,085 - $12,340
Car shippingSecond vehicle$924 - $1,756
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items62% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: VIP Transport, Inc.$1,234 - $3,085
PianoAny piano type75% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: VIP Transport, Inc.$987 - $4,319
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling38% of local movers$370 - $1,851
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect27% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: JFK Moving Company$802 - $2,468
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$370 - $18,510+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$370 - $4,319+

What are the best full-service movers from Riverside to McKinney?

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.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Riverside, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX

Moving containers from Riverside, California, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $1,372 and $4,913. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to McKinney. If you go over that window, storage in Riverside adds around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Riverside to McKinney:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,372 - $2,590
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,770 - $3,762
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,332 - $4,913

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $93 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $185 per month.
  • Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in McKinney, TX, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
  • Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $864 in Riverside, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

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 $1,372. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,770 - $3,762, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Riverside to McKinney?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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 Riverside 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 Riverside:

  • JFK Moving Company (4.8/5), 6 years in business
  • Burgess Moving and Storage (4.7/5), 80 years in business
  • Alex Moving and Storage (3.6/5), 24 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX

Truck rentals from Riverside, California, to McKinney, Texas, range from $946 - $2,405 for the 1,410-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

  • Fuel for the drive: $554 - $633
  • Daily insurance: $37/day
  • Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
  • Riverside daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Riverside to McKinney based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $946 - $1,639
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $956 - $2,113
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,276 - $2,405

Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Riverside to McKinney starts at $946 - $2,405, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($554 - $633) , overnight lodging ($185/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Gas: Fuel adds $554 - $633 for the 1,410-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 Riverside, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $864.
  • Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
  • Lodging: The 1,410-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $185 per night, adding $370 - $555 in hotel costs total.
  • Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $62 and $370.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Riverside to McKinney?

  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 Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Riverside, 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 McKinney, Texas.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,387 and $2,835.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,222 - $2,260
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,387 - $2,835
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,042 - $3,698

Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.

What other costs come with freight trailers?

  • Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
  • More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $93 - $185 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Riverside, California, for about five hours typically runs $864.

What are the best freight companies from Riverside to McKinney?

  1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
  2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
  3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Riverside to McKinney, 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: Riverside, CA vs McKinney, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in McKinney, side by side with Riverside on housing, income, and taxes.

Measure Riverside, CA McKinney, TX
Cost of living index131112
Average rent$2,295/mo$2,300/mo
Median home value$539,898$438,120
Average income$88,575/yr$120,273/yr
Unemployment rate7.1%6.0%
State income taxUp to 13.3%None
Walkability score43/10027/100
Safety index59.76/10078.52/100
Air qualityModerateGood

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 McKinney, TX to Riverside, CA guide.

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Riverside, CA, to McKinney, 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 $1,335 - $9,225 on the 1,410-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,372 - $4,913 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $946 - $2,405 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,920 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Globe Life and SRS Distribution.

FAQs: Moving from Riverside, CA, to McKinney, 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 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

What is the best time of year to move from Riverside, CA to McKinney, TX?

Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Texas also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.

How do I know a mover is licensed in Texas?

In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers.

What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?

The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($554 - $633), daily insurance ($37/day), and equipment rentals ($9 - $25) on top. Overnight stops can add another $185/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.

How walkable is McKinney?

McKinney has a walkability score of 27 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 42, compared to 43 and 49 in Riverside. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.

What percentage of Riverside movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 75% of movers in Riverside handle piano moves, and 62% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.