($1,074+) 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 $2,085 - $9,646. 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: $2,085 - $4,716
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,020 - $6,294
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,206 - $9,646

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 — 93% of New York City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Lubbock, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Southwest Movers Association, the group most Texas movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from NYC to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,506 and $5,520. 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 NYC typically costs about $190/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,506 - $2,846
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,927 - $4,191
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,716 - $5,520

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In NYC, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $949, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $102 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $203 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both NYC, and Lubbock, TX, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

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 is the cheapest way to cover the 1,793 miles from NYC, New York, to Lubbock, Texas, running $1,128 - $2,948. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• 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: $1,128 - $2,003
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,197 - $2,559
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,554 - $2,948

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $774 - $884 for the 1,793-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in NYC, New York, for about 5 hours typically costs around $949.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,793-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $203 per night, adding $407 - $610 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $68 and $407.

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

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from NYC, New York, to Lubbock, Texas. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,623 and $3,153.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,398 - $2,535
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,623 - $3,153
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,172 - $4,683

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 $102 and $203.
• 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 NYC, New York, for roughly five hours typically average $949.

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.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. 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: 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.