($760+) Winston-Salem, NC to Fort Worth, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Winston-Salem, NC to Fort Worth, TX

Hiring full-service movers from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Fort Worth, Texas, costs between $2,112 and $7,990. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,133-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $274 - $1,824, 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 Winston-Salem and Fort Worth. For a rough baseline, movers based in Winston-Salem tend to start around $272 plus $85/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 Winston-Salem to Fort Worth:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,112 - $4,477
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,576 - $5,741
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,155 - $7,990

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 Winston-Salem to Fort Worth.

Specialty moving services from Winston-Salem, NC to Fort Worth, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Winston-Salem movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fort Worth, 53% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Winston-Salem to Fort Worth?

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Winston-Salem, NC to Fort Worth, TX

Moving containers from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Fort Worth, Texas, cost between $1,194 and $3,940. 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 Winston-Salem runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Winston-Salem to Fort Worth:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,194 - $2,321
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,537 - $3,075
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,163 - $3,940

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 $638 in Winston-Salem, NC. 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 $68 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $137 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 Fort Worth, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Winston-Salem to Fort Worth?

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 Winston-Salem, NC to Fort Worth, TX

Plan on $760 - $2,096 for a rental moving truck on the 1,133-mile route from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Fort Worth, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $329 - $376
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Winston-Salem daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Winston-Salem to Fort Worth based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $760 - $1,392
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $821 - $1,672
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,032 - $2,096

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $137 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 $59 and $296 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $329 - $376 in fuel for the 1,133-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $638 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Winston-Salem to Fort Worth?

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 Winston-Salem, NC to Fort Worth, TX

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Fort Worth, Texas, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,305 and $2,586.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Winston-Salem to Fort Worth:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,052 - $2,130
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,305 - $2,586
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,418

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 $68 - $137 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for about five hours typically runs $638.

What are the best freight companies from Winston-Salem to Fort Worth?

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: Winston-Salem, NC vs Fort Worth, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Fort Worth, side by side with Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem, NC, to Fort Worth, 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 $2,112 - $7,990 on the 1,133-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,194 - $3,940 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $760 - $2,096 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,576 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 Fort Worth tend to point to quality education and ample economic opportunity, though tornadoes and allergy-inducing pollen come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include AMR/American Airlines and Texas Health Resources.