($997+) Houston, TX to Yonkers, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Houston, TX to Yonkers, NY

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,646-mile move from Houston, Texas, to Yonkers, New York, with costs ranging from $2,280 - $10,028. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $363 - $2,420. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Houston and Yonkers. Local movers in Houston typically start around $175 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,280 - $5,381
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,314 - $6,859
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,911 - $10,028

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 Yonkers.

Specialty moving services from Houston, TX to Yonkers, NY

Specialty needs vary by market — 66% of Houston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Yonkers, 94% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Houston to Yonkers?

All three below meet the standards set by the New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, the group most New York 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 Houston, TX to Yonkers, NY

Moving containers from Houston, Texas, to Yonkers, New York, cost between $1,471 and $5,503. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Houston typically costs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Houston to Yonkers:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,471 - $2,741
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,843 - $4,109
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,539 - $5,503

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Houston, TX and Yonkers, NY. 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 $847 in Houston, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $91 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $182 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 Houston to Yonkers?

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 Houston, TX to Yonkers, NY

A rental truck for this 1,646-mile move from Houston, Texas, to Yonkers, New York, costs between $1,027 and $2,786. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $634 - $724
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Houston daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Houston to Yonkers based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,027 - $1,876
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,135 - $2,210
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,374 - $2,786

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $634 - $724 for the 1,646-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 Houston, Texas, for about 5 hours typically costs around $847.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,646-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $182 per night, adding $363 - $545 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $61 and $363.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Houston to Yonkers?

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 Houston, TX to Yonkers, NY

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Houston, Texas, to Yonkers, New York. 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 $1,089 and $3,003.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,365 - $2,467
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,474 - $3,003
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,158 - $4,063

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $91 - $182 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Houston, Texas, typically costs $847.

What are the best freight companies from Houston to Yonkers?

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.
3. W W Rowland Trucking Company, LLC (4.58/5 stars): W W Rowland Trucking Company, LLC is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Houston, TX vs Yonkers, NY

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