($1,034+) Lubbock, TX to Portland, OR Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lubbock, TX to Portland, OR

Hiring full-service movers from Lubbock, Texas, to Portland, Oregon, costs between $2,214 and $9,507. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,678-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $299 - $1,996, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Lubbock and Portland. For a rough baseline, movers based in Lubbock tend to start around $318 plus $148/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,214 - $4,894
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,171 - $6,807
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,521 - $9,507

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 Portland.

Specialty moving services from Lubbock, TX to Portland, OR

Specialty needs vary by market: 44% of Lubbock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Portland, 59% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Lubbock to Portland?

All three below meet the standards set by the Oregon Moving & Storage Association, the group most Oregon 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 Lubbock, TX to Portland, OR

Moving containers from Lubbock, Texas, to Portland, Oregon, cost between $1,438 and $5,181. 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 Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,438 - $2,627
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,932 - $3,637
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,509 - $5,181

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Lubbock, TX, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $699, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $75 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $150 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Lubbock, TX, and Portland, OR, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Lubbock to Portland?

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 Lubbock, TX to Portland, OR

Plan on $1,034 - $2,891 for a rental moving truck on the 1,678-mile route from Lubbock, Texas, to Portland, Oregon. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $533 - $609
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Lubbock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lubbock to Portland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,034 - $1,949
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,033 - $2,364
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,276 - $2,891

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $150 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Lubbock, Texas, usually costs about $699 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,678-mile drive falls between $533 and $609, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $50 and $299 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lubbock to Portland?

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 Lubbock, TX to Portland, OR

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Lubbock, Texas, to Portland, Oregon. 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 $898 and $3,092.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,268 - $2,511
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,471 - $3,092
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,926 - $4,104

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $75 and $150.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Lubbock, Texas, for roughly five hours typically average $699.

What are the best freight companies from Lubbock to Portland?

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: Lubbock, TX vs Portland, OR

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Portland, side by side with Lubbock 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 Lubbock, TX, to Portland, OR, 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 $2,214 - $9,507 on the 1,678-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,438 - $5,181, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,034 - $2,891. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,171 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 KinderCare Learning Centers and Daimler Trucks North America.