($1,054+) New York City, NY to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from NYC to Lubbock, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,793-mile move from NYC, New York, to Lubbock, Texas, with costs ranging from $2,007 - $9,458. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $407 - $2,712. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between NYC and Lubbock. Local movers in NYC typically start around $239 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,007 - $4,675
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,764 - $5,874
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,268 - $9,458

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 NYC to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from NYC to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of New York City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lubbock, 44% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from NYC to Lubbock?

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.

Moving container costs from NYC to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,465 and $5,417. 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 NYC runs about $190/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from NYC to Lubbock:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,465 - $2,852
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,971 - $3,757
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,692 - $5,417

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $102 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $203 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Lubbock, 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 $949 in NYC. 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 NYC to Lubbock?

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 NYC to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck for this 1,793-mile move from NYC, New York, to Lubbock, Texas, costs between $1,054 and $3,041. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $774 - $884
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• NYC daily rental rate: $19 - $50
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.99 - $2.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from NYC to Lubbock based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,054 - $1,889
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,073 - $2,248
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,367 - $3,041

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $102 and $475.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $203.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $774 and $884 for the 1,793-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $949 for 2 movers in NYC, New York, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from NYC to Lubbock?

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 NYC to Lubbock, TX

If you're moving a larger household from NYC, New York, 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 Lubbock, Texas.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,576 and $3,162.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,372 - $2,441
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,576 - $3,162
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,028 - $4,038

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in NYC, New York, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $949.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $102 and $203 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from NYC to Lubbock?

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: NYC vs Lubbock, TX

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

For a move from NYC, to Lubbock, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,007 for a studio to $9,458 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,793-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,465 - $5,417. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,054 - $3,041, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,764 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Lubbock tend to point to friendly people and easy transportation, though rough weather and lack of recreational options come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Texas Tech University and Covenant Health System.