($1,108+) Austin, TX to Boston, MA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Austin, TX to Boston, MA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,962-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Boston, Massachusetts, with costs ranging from $2,248 - $10,636. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $413 - $2,756. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Austin and Boston. Local movers in Austin typically start around $191 as a base rate plus $90/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,248 - $5,120
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,383 - $7,529
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,431 - $10,636

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 Boston.

Specialty moving services from Austin, TX to Boston, MA

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Austin movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Boston, 76% of movers offer the same service.

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Massachusetts Movers 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 Austin, TX to Boston, MA

Moving containers from Austin, Texas, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $1,632 and $5,404. 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 Boston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,632 - $3,008
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,971 - $4,298
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,698 - $5,404

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Austin, TX and Boston, MA. 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 $965 in Austin, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $103 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $207 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 Boston?

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 Boston, MA

Renting a moving truck for the 1,962-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Boston, Massachusetts, costs between $1,108 and $3,175, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $860 - $983
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• 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 Boston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,108 - $2,092
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,272 - $2,670
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,513 - $3,175

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 $103 and $482.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $207.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $860 and $983 for the 1,962-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 $965 for 2 movers in Austin, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Boston, MA

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 Boston, Massachusetts.

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 $1,641 and $3,240.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,399 - $2,734
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,641 - $3,240
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,137 - $4,635

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 $103 - $207 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Austin, Texas, for about five hours typically runs $965.

What are the best freight companies from Austin to Boston?

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: Austin, TX vs Boston, MA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Boston, 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

The 1,962-mile move from Austin, TX, to Boston, MA, costs between $2,248 and $10,636 with full-service movers, $1,632 - $5,404 with a moving container, and $1,108 - $3,175 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 $3,383 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 General Electric and Fidelity Investments.