($777+) Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN Movers
Moving from Houston, TX, to St. Paul, MN, runs anywhere from $777 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,711 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,182 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 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 $2,080, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,711 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,261 - $4,145, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $777 - $2,105.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Houston, TX, to St. Paul, MN. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,645 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 Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN
Moving options from Houston to St. Paul fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,645 - $6,464 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 37% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 71% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,182 miles and typically takes 2 to 8 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,182-mile route from Houston to St. Paul, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $2,080 - $4,625 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,261 - $2,316), rental truck ($777 - $1,480), or freight trailer ($1,113 - $2,084). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,645 - $6,464 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $8,711.
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 Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,182-mile move from Houston, Texas, to St. Paul, Minnesota, with prices running from $2,080 - $8,711. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $297 - $1,980 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Houston and St. Paul are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Houston movers tend to run around $175 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Houston to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,080 - $4,625
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,645 - $6,464
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,249 - $8,711
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 Houston to St. Paul.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN
Specialty needs vary by market: 54% of Houston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In St. Paul, 69% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing81% of local movers | $495 - $4,950 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready54% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: 3 Men Movers | $198 - $1,188/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $297 - $2,376 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage12% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs61% of local movers | $990 - $2,970 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,475 - $9,900 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $742 - $1,409 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items28% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: A Better Tripp Moving & Storage | $990 - $2,475 |
| Piano | Any piano type42% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: 3 Men Movers | $792 - $3,465 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling17% of local movers | $297 - $1,485 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect8% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: InNout Movers (TX) | $644 - $1,980 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $297 - $14,850+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $297 - $3,465+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Houston to St. Paul?
Look for Minnesota Transport Services Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Minnesota 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 full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Houston, TX. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN
Moving containers from Houston, Texas, to St. Paul, Minnesota, cost between $1,261 and $4,145. 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 Houston costs roughly $70/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Houston to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,261 - $2,316
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,657 - $3,005
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,029 - $4,145
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $74 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $149 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in St. Paul, MN, 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 $693 in Houston, 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 Minnesota 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 $1,261. 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 $1,657 - $3,005.
What are the best moving containers Houston to St. Paul?
- 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 Houston 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 Houston:
- 3 Men Movers (4.8/5), 41 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.6/5), 15 years in business
- Square Cow (4.9/5), 18 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN
A rental truck for this 1,182-mile move from Houston, Texas, to St. Paul, Minnesota, costs between $777 and $2,105. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $372 - $426
- Daily insurance: $30/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Houston daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99
| 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 Houston to St. Paul based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $777 - $1,480
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $775 - $1,593
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,055 - $2,105
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $777 - $2,105 does not include fuel ($372 - $426), lodging ($149/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Houston to St. Paul typically runs more than the base rate alone, with meals, equipment, and other extras adding roughly $600 - $1,200 on top of fuel and lodging.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $149 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 $64 and $322 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $372 - $426 in fuel for the 1,182-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $693 in Houston, Texas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Houston to St. Paul?
- 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 Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN
If you're moving a larger household from Houston, Texas, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to St. Paul, Minnesota.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,275 and $2,481.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Houston to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,113 - $2,084
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,275 - $2,481
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,691 - $3,484
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Houston, Texas, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $693.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $74 and $149 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Houston to St. Paul?
- 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: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Houston, TX vs St. Paul, MN
Day-to-day costs in St. Paul are close to what you're used to in Houston: cost of living index of 102 versus 97, with average rent of $1,350/mo compared to $1,549/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 47/100 and 36.5/100 in Houston versus 60/100 and 49.14/100 in St. Paul.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our St. Paul, MN to Houston, TX guide.
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Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,182-mile route from Houston, TX, to St. Paul, MN, run $2,080 - $8,711 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,261 - $4,145, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $777 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,645, 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 Siemens and ACS Group.
FAQs: Moving from Houston, TX, to St. Paul, MN
What are the best neighborhoods in St. Paul?
For families, Macalester-Groveland, Summit Hill, and Highland are worth a look in St. Paul. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown, St. Anthony Park, and Summit Hill tend to be popular picks instead.
How long does a move from Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 2 to 8 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What do local movers charge in Houston?
Local movers based in Houston typically start around $175 as a base rate, plus $75/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 St. Paul run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN?
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.
How much does it cost to move from Houston, TX to St. Paul, MN?
Costs on this route range from around $777 to $8,711, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,080 and $8,711, 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 percentage of Houston movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 42% of movers in Houston handle piano moves, and 28% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.