($342+) Wichita, KS to Garland, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Wichita, KS to Garland, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 369-mile move from Wichita, Kansas, to Garland, Texas, with costs ranging from $1,165 - $6,825. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $269 - $1,796. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Wichita and Garland. Local movers in Wichita typically start around $194 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,165 - $3,826
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,800 - $4,793
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,943 - $6,825

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 Wichita to Garland.

Specialty moving services from Wichita, KS to Garland, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 83% of Wichita 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 Wichita to Garland?

Look for Southwest Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Texas beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Wichita, KS?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Wichita to Garland with a local mover averages $1,782 - $4,746. Working with a local mover based in Wichita, KS often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Wichita, KS to Garland, TX

Moving containers from Wichita, Kansas, to Garland, Texas, cost between $907 and $2,820. 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 Wichita runs about $60/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $907 - $1,642
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,125 - $2,283
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,552 - $2,820

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $67 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $135 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Garland, 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 $629 in Wichita, KS. 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.

What are the best moving containers Wichita 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 Wichita, KS to Garland, TX

Truck rentals from Wichita, Kansas, to Garland, Texas, range from $367 - $878 for the 369-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $105 - $120
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Wichita daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $367 - $658
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $391 - $749
• 4+ bedrooms: $494 - $878

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $135 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $58 and $292 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $105 - $120 in fuel for the 369-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $629 in Wichita, Kansas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Wichita 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 Wichita, KS to Garland, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Wichita, Kansas, 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 Garland, 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 $937 and $1,845.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $833 - $1,418
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $937 - $1,845
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,348

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 $67 and $135.
• 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 Wichita, Kansas, for roughly five hours typically average $629.

What are the best freight companies from Wichita to Garland?

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.
3. Jantz Trucking (4.5/5 stars): Jantz Trucking is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Wichita, KS 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 Wichita 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.