($593+) Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL Movers
Moving from Lubbock, TX, to Mobile, AL, runs anywhere from $593 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,834 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 933 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,854, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,834 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,174 - $3,740, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $593 - $1,705.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Lubbock, TX, to Mobile, AL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,350 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL
There are 3 main ways to move from Lubbock to Mobile: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,350 - $6,163. Moving containers run about 39% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 72% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 933-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 933-mile route from Lubbock to Mobile, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,854 - $4,402 | $1,174 - $1,991 | $593 - $1,157 | $1,027 - $1,847 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,350 - $6,163 | $1,424 - $2,937 | $660 - $1,417 | $1,162 - $2,190 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $3,904 - $7,834 | $1,878 - $3,740 | $870 - $1,705 | $1,549 - $2,843 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 933-mile move from Lubbock, Texas, to Mobile, Alabama, with prices running from $1,854 - $7,834. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $247 - $1,644 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Lubbock and Mobile are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Lubbock movers tend to run around $318 as a base rate plus $148/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Lubbock to Mobile:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,854 - $4,402
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,350 - $6,163
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,904 - $7,834
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 Lubbock to Mobile.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL
Specialty needs vary by market: 44% of Lubbock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Mobile, 57% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing56% of local movers | $411 - $4,110 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready44% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Little Guys Movers | $164 - $986/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $247 - $1,973 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage13% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs50% of local movers | $822 - $2,466 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,055 - $8,220 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $616 - $1,170 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items25% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Little Guys Movers | $822 - $2,055 |
| Piano | Any piano type33% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Little Guys Movers | $658 - $2,877 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling13% of local movers | $247 - $1,233 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect9% nationallyTop pick: InNout Movers (TX) | $534 - $1,644 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $247 - $12,330+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $247 - $2,877+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Lubbock to Mobile?
Look for Alabama Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Alabama beyond this list.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Lubbock, TX. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL
Moving containers from Lubbock, Texas, to Mobile, Alabama, cost between $1,174 and $3,740. 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 Lubbock costs roughly $70/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Lubbock to Mobile:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,174 - $1,991
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,424 - $2,937
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,878 - $3,740
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $62 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $123 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Mobile, AL, 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 $575 in Lubbock, TX. 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Texas to Alabama move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,174. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,424 - $2,937.
What are the best moving containers Lubbock to Mobile?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Lubbock to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Lubbock:
- Little Guys Movers (4.8/5), 16 years in business
- Box2U Moving & Storage
- Grit Property Solutions - Moving & Junk Removal
Moving truck rental costs from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL
Plan on $593 - $1,705 for a rental moving truck on the 933-mile route from Lubbock, Texas, to Mobile, Alabama. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $244 - $279
- Daily insurance: $25/day
- Equipment rentals: $6 - $16
- Lubbock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lubbock to Mobile based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $593 - $1,157
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $660 - $1,417
- 4+ bedrooms: $870 - $1,705
Pro tip: The base rate of $593 - $1,705 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Lubbock to Mobile. Fuel ($244 - $279), lodging at around $123/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $123 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $53 and $267 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $244 - $279 in fuel for the 933-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $575 in Lubbock, Texas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Lubbock to Mobile?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL
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 Lubbock, Texas, to Mobile, Alabama. 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. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,162 and $2,190.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Lubbock to Mobile:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,027 - $1,847
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,162 - $2,190
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,549 - $2,843
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
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 $62 - $123 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Lubbock, Texas, for about five hours typically runs $575.
What are the best freight companies from Lubbock to Mobile?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Mobile quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Lubbock, TX vs Mobile, AL
Day-to-day costs in Mobile are close to what you're used to in Lubbock: cost of living index of 84 versus 81, with average rent of $1,300/mo compared to $1,250/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 39/100 and 48.61/100 in Lubbock versus 32/100 and 35.05/100 in Mobile.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Mobile, AL to Lubbock, TX guide.
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Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 2 real quotes from Texas to Alabama, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. Texas alone has 843 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 933-mile move like this one.
Our take
For a move from Lubbock, TX, to Mobile, AL, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,854 for a studio to $7,834 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 933-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,174 - $3,740. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $593 - $1,705, 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 $2,350 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Infirmary Health and Austal.
FAQs: Moving from Lubbock, TX, to Mobile, AL
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($244 - $279), daily insurance ($25/day), and equipment rentals ($6 - $16) on top. Overnight stops can add another $123/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Mobile?
Mobile has a walkability score of 32 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 34, compared to 39 and 43 in Lubbock. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL?
Costs on this route range from around $593 to $7,834, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,854 and $7,834, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Lubbock, TX to Mobile, AL?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What do local movers charge in Lubbock?
Local movers based in Lubbock typically start around $318 as a base rate, plus $148/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Mobile run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What percentage of Lubbock movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 33% of movers in Lubbock handle piano moves, and 25% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.