($404+) Tulsa, OK to Austin, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tulsa, OK to Austin, TX

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 452-mile move from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Austin, Texas, with prices running from $1,303 - $7,901. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $308 - $2,052 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Tulsa and Austin are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Tulsa movers tend to run around $225 as a base rate plus $90/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,303 - $3,822
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,034 - $5,350
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,804 - $7,901

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 Tulsa to Austin.

Specialty moving services from Tulsa, OK to Austin, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Tulsa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Austin, 81% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tulsa to Austin?

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 Tulsa, OK?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Tulsa to Austin with a local mover averages $1,973 - $5,190. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Tulsa, OK can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Tulsa, OK to Austin, TX

Moving containers from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Austin, Texas, cost between $952 and $3,067. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Austin. If you go over that window, storage in Tulsa adds around $55/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tulsa to Austin:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $952 - $1,752
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,243 - $2,441
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,668 - $3,067

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 Tulsa, OK, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $718, 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 $77 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $154 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Tulsa, OK, and Austin, 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 Tulsa to Austin?

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 Tulsa, OK to Austin, TX

A rental truck for this 452-mile move from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Austin, Texas, costs between $392 and $1,108. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $148 - $169
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tulsa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tulsa to Austin based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $392 - $731
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $435 - $903
• 4+ bedrooms: $520 - $1,108

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 $77 and $359.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $154.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $148 and $169 for the 452-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 $718 for 2 movers in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tulsa to Austin?

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 Tulsa, OK to Austin, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Tulsa, Oklahoma, 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 Austin, 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 $1,004 and $1,991.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $875 - $1,593
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,004 - $1,991
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,269 - $2,528

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 $77 and $154.
• 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 Tulsa, Oklahoma, for roughly five hours typically average $718.

What are the best freight companies from Tulsa to Austin?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Melton Truck Lines, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Melton Truck Lines, 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.

Cost of living: Tulsa, OK vs Austin, TX

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