($337+) Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA

For the 380-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Lafayette, Louisiana, full-service movers cost between $1,105 and $6,504. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $340 - $2,268 (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 Austin generally start around $191 plus $90 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,105 - $3,592
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,785 - $4,990
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,859 - $6,504

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 Austin to Lafayette.

Specialty moving services from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Austin movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lafayette, 40% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Louisiana Motor Transport Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Louisiana 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 Austin, TX?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Austin to Lafayette with a local mover averages $1,714 - $4,791. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA

Moving containers from Austin, Texas, to Lafayette, Louisiana, cost between $849 and $2,869. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Austin typically runs around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $849 - $1,602
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,187 - $2,163
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,573 - $2,869

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Austin, TX and Lafayette, LA. 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 $794 in Austin, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $85 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $170 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 Austin to Lafayette?

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 Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA

Renting a moving truck for the 380-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Lafayette, Louisiana, costs between $337 and $916, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $137 - $157
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Austin daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $337 - $670
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $359 - $749
• 4+ bedrooms: $484 - $916

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Austin, Texas, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $794.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $137 - $157 for the 380-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 $68 and $369, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $170 per night for hotel stops on the 380-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $340 - $510.

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

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 Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA

For larger DIY moves from Austin, Texas, 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 Lafayette, Louisiana.

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 $905 and $1,714.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $771 - $1,442
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $905 - $1,714
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,222 - $2,251

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Austin, Texas, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $794.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $85 - $170 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Austin to Lafayette?

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: Austin, TX vs Lafayette, LA

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

A move from Austin, TX, to Lafayette, LA, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,105 - $6,504 on the 380-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $849 - $2,869, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $337 - $916. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,785 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include LHC Group and King-Patin.