($783+) Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX Movers
Moving from Orlando, FL, to McKinney, TX, runs anywhere from $753 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,393 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,109 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,009, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $7,393 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,302 - $4,168, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $753 - $1,991.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Orlando, FL, to McKinney, TX. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,365 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX
Moving options from Orlando to McKinney fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,365 - $5,894 on this route, with movers handling 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 1,109-mile route typically takes 2 to 8 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,109-mile route from Orlando to McKinney, 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 $2,009 - $4,658 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,302 - $2,268), rental truck ($753 - $1,390), or freight trailer ($1,081 - $2,083). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,365 - $5,894 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $7,393.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX
Hiring full-service movers from Orlando, Florida, to McKinney, Texas, costs between $2,009 and $7,393. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,109-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $325 - $2,168, 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 Orlando and McKinney. For a rough baseline, movers based in Orlando tend to start around $188 plus $80/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 Orlando to McKinney:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,009 - $4,658
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,365 - $5,894
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,231 - $7,393
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 Orlando to McKinney.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Florida to Texas. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX
Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Orlando 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 packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $542 - $5,420 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready93% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $217 - $1,301/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $325 - $2,602 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage20% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,084 - $3,252 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,710 - $10,840 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $812 - $1,543 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items48% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $1,084 - $2,710 |
| Piano | Any piano type80% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $867 - $3,794 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling30% of local movers | $325 - $1,626 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect28% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Cento Family Moving & Storage | $705 - $2,168 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $325 - $16,260+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $325 - $3,794+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Orlando to McKinney?
If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Southwest Movers Association is a good first thing to confirm.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Orlando, FL. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX
Moving containers from Orlando, Florida, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $1,302 and $4,168. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Orlando typically costs about $80/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Orlando to McKinney:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,302 - $2,268
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,320
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,289 - $4,168
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $81 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $163 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 $759 in Orlando, 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 McKinney, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida 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 $1,302. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,629 - $3,320, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Orlando to McKinney?
- 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 Orlando 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 Orlando:
- Big Man Movers Corp. (4.6/5), 16 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5), 10 years in business
- Best USA Movers Orlando (5.0/5), 14 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX
A rental truck for this 1,109-mile move from Orlando, Florida, to McKinney, Texas, costs between $753 and $1,991. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $383 - $437
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Orlando daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.19
| 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 Orlando to McKinney based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $753 - $1,390
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $846 - $1,686
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,053 - $1,991
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $753 - $1,991 when pricing out a rental truck from Orlando to McKinney. Fuel alone runs ($383 - $437) , and overnight lodging ($163/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $163 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
- Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Orlando, Florida, usually costs about $759 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 1,109-mile drive falls between $383 and $437, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $54 and $325 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Orlando to McKinney?
- 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 Orlando, FL to McKinney, TX
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Orlando, Florida, to McKinney, 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 $976 and $2,734.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Orlando to McKinney:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,081 - $2,083
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,237 - $2,734
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,690 - $3,610
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $81 - $163 to your final bill.
- Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
- Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Orlando, Florida, typically costs $759.
What are the best freight companies from Orlando to McKinney?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
- A.R. Paquette & Co, Inc. (4.38/5 stars): A.R. Paquette & Co, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Orlando, FL vs McKinney, TX
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Orlando and McKinney to plan around. Cost of living index: 106 vs. 112. Average rent: $1,943/mo vs. $2,300/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 41 vs. 27. Safety index: 50.43 vs. 78.52.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our McKinney, TX to Orlando, FL guide.
Why you should use moveBuddha to find a mover:
In the past 3 months, we've processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Texas, so our pricing data stays current. Use our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and spot bad actors early. We track 229 movers licensed in Florida, useful context for sizing up this 1,109-mile move.
Our take
A move from Orlando, FL, to McKinney, TX, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,009 - $7,393 on the 1,109-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,302 - $4,168, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $753 - $1,991. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,365 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Globe Life and SRS Distribution.
FAQs: Moving from Orlando, FL, to McKinney, TX
Is McKinney a safe place to live?
McKinney has a safety index of 78.52 out of 100 and a crime index of 21.48, compared to 50.43 and 49.57 in Orlando. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
How walkable is McKinney?
McKinney has a walkability score of 27 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 42, compared to 41 and 57 in Orlando. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What are the best neighborhoods in McKinney?
For families, Provence, Trinity Falls, and Auburn Hills are worth a look in McKinney. If you're moving solo or without kids, Historic Downtown, Trinity Falls, and Adriatic Village tend to be popular picks instead.
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 do local movers charge in Orlando?
Local movers based in Orlando typically start around $188 as a base rate, plus $80/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in McKinney run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What percentage of Orlando movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 80% of movers in Orlando handle piano moves, and 48% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
