($778+) Hialeah, FL to Houston, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Hialeah, FL to Houston, TX

Hiring full-service movers from Hialeah, Florida, to Houston, Texas, costs between $1,857 and $7,255. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,191-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $331 - $2,204, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Hialeah and Houston. For a rough baseline, movers based in Hialeah tend to start around $262 plus $120/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,857 - $4,261
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,338 - $5,828
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,194 - $7,255

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 Hialeah to Houston.

Specialty moving services from Hialeah, FL to Houston, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Hialeah movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Houston, 54% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Hialeah to Houston?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Hialeah, FL to Houston, TX

Moving containers from Hialeah, Florida, to Houston, Texas, cost between $1,227 and $4,407. 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 Hialeah runs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Hialeah to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,229
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,597 - $3,041
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,248 - $4,407

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $83 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $165 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $771 in Hialeah, FL, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Houston, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Hialeah to Houston?

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 Hialeah, FL to Houston, TX

Plan on $778 - $2,130 for a rental moving truck on the 1,191-mile route from Hialeah, Florida, to Houston, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $418 - $477
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Hialeah daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Hialeah to Houston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $778 - $1,483
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $801 - $1,697
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,007 - $2,130

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Hialeah, Florida, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $771.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $418 - $477 for the 1,191-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 $66 and $358, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $165 per night for hotel stops on the 1,191-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $331 - $496.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Hialeah to Houston?

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 Hialeah, FL to Houston, TX

For larger DIY moves from Hialeah, Florida, 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 Houston, 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 a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,239 and $2,639.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,104 - $2,047
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,239 - $2,639
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,798 - $3,289

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 $83 and $165.
• 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 Hialeah, Florida, for roughly five hours typically average $771.

What are the best freight companies from Hialeah to Houston?

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.

Cost of living: Hialeah, FL vs Houston, TX

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

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Hialeah, FL, to Houston, 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 $1,857 - $7,255 on the 1,191-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,227 - $4,407 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $778 - $2,130 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,338 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Houston tend to point to bountiful arts and recreational activities and ample economic opportunity, though tropical storms and heat and humidity come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include H-E-B and Houston Methodist.