($703+) Knoxville, TN to Amarillo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Knoxville, TN to Amarillo, TX

For the 1,113-mile move from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Amarillo, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,059 and $8,051. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $254 - $1,696 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Knoxville generally start around $170 plus $113 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,059 - $4,777
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,576 - $6,108
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,257 - $8,051

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 Knoxville to Amarillo.

Specialty moving services from Knoxville, TN to Amarillo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 76% of Knoxville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Amarillo, 50% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Knoxville to Amarillo?

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 Knoxville, TN to Amarillo, TX

Moving containers from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Amarillo, Texas, cost between $1,240 and $3,891. 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 Knoxville runs about $60/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Knoxville to Amarillo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,240 - $2,294
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,490 - $2,947
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,138 - $3,891

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 $594 in Knoxville, TN. 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 $64 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $127 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 Amarillo, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Knoxville to Amarillo?

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 Knoxville, TN to Amarillo, TX

Plan on $703 - $1,898 for a rental moving truck on the 1,113-mile route from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Amarillo, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $300 - $343
• Daily insurance: $25/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Knoxville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Knoxville to Amarillo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $703 - $1,298
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $768 - $1,622
• 4+ bedrooms: $984 - $1,898

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $300 - $343 for the 1,113-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 Knoxville, Tennessee, for about 5 hours typically costs around $594.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,113-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $127 per night, adding $254 - $382 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $42 and $254.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Knoxville to Amarillo?

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 Knoxville, TN to Amarillo, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Amarillo, Texas. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $763 and $2,333.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,127 - $1,985
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,265 - $2,333
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,744 - $3,243

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 $64 and $127.
• 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 Knoxville, Tennessee, for roughly five hours typically average $594.

What are the best freight companies from Knoxville to Amarillo?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Knoxville, TN vs Amarillo, TX

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

Full-service movers on the 1,113-mile route from Knoxville, TN, to Amarillo, TX, run $2,059 - $8,051 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,240 - $3,891, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $703 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,576, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include BSA Health System and Northwest Texas Healthcare System.