($992+) Memphis, TN to Lancaster, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Lancaster, CA

Full-service movers for the 1,775-mile relocation from Memphis, Tennessee, to Lancaster, California, cost between $2,484 and $10,299. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $349 - $2,328, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Memphis typically charge a base rate around $334 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,484 - $5,189
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,290 - $7,431
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,266 - $10,299

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 Memphis to Lancaster.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Lancaster, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lancaster, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to Lancaster?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in California Moving & Storage Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Memphis, TN to Lancaster, CA

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Lancaster, California, cost between $1,465 and $5,101. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Memphis costs roughly $45/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to Lancaster:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,465 - $2,936
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,856 - $3,718
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,509 - $5,101

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Memphis, TN and Lancaster, CA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $815 in Memphis, TN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $87 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $175 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to Lancaster?

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 Memphis, TN to Lancaster, CA

Truck rentals from Memphis, Tennessee, to Lancaster, California, range from $992 - $3,041 for the 1,775-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $657 - $751
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to Lancaster based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $992 - $2,048
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,129 - $2,248
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,395 - $3,041

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $815.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $657 - $751 for the 1,775-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $70 and $378, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $175 per night for hotel stops on the 1,775-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $349 - $524.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to Lancaster?

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 Memphis, TN to Lancaster, CA

For larger DIY moves from Memphis, Tennessee, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Lancaster, California.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,469 and $3,287.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,359 - $2,617
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,469 - $3,287
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,049 - $4,122

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 $87 - $175 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about five hours typically runs $815.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Lancaster?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN vs Lancaster, CA

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

The 1,775-mile move from Memphis, TN, to Lancaster, CA, costs between $2,484 and $10,299 with full-service movers, $1,465 - $5,101 with a moving container, and $992 - $3,041 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,290 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Antelope Valley Hospital and Antelope Valley Union High School District.