($924+) San Diego, CA to McAllen, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from San Diego, CA to McAllen, TX

For the 1,514-mile move from San Diego, California, to McAllen, Texas, full-service movers cost between $1,305 and $9,436. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $370 - $2,468 (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 San Diego generally start around $226 plus $200 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from San Diego to McAllen:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,305 - $5,267
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,071 - $6,763
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,338 - $9,436

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 San Diego to McAllen.

Specialty moving services from San Diego, CA to McAllen, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of San Diego movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In McAllen, 57% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from San Diego to McAllen?

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 San Diego, CA to McAllen, TX

Moving containers from San Diego, California, to McAllen, Texas, cost between $1,474 and $5,055. 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 McAllen. If you go over that window, storage in San Diego adds around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from San Diego to McAllen:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,474 - $2,682
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,810 - $3,672
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,412 - $5,055

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 $864 in San Diego, 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 $93 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $185 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 McAllen, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers San Diego to McAllen?

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 San Diego, CA to McAllen, TX

Plan on $934 - $2,762 for a rental moving truck on the 1,514-mile route from San Diego, California, to McAllen, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $594 - $679
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• San Diego daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from San Diego to McAllen based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $934 - $1,863
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $990 - $2,239
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,272 - $2,762

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $594 - $679 for the 1,514-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 San Diego, 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 1,514-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 San Diego to McAllen?

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 San Diego, CA to McAllen, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from San Diego, California, to McAllen, 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 $1,111 and $2,907.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from San Diego to McAllen:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,314 - $2,560
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,567 - $2,907
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,051 - $4,084

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 $93 and $185.
• 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 San Diego, California, for roughly five hours typically average $864.

What are the best freight companies from San Diego to McAllen?

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. Fast Transportation (4.34/5 stars): Fast Transportation 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: San Diego, CA vs McAllen, TX

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