($1,113+) Amarillo, TX to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Amarillo, TX to Tacoma, WA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,741-mile move from Amarillo, Texas, to Tacoma, Washington, with costs ranging from $2,513 - $10,662. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $281 - $1,872. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Amarillo and Tacoma. Local movers in Amarillo typically start around $400 as a base rate plus $224/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,513 - $5,375
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,242 - $7,066
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,970 - $10,662

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 Amarillo to Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Amarillo, TX to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 83% of Amarillo movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tacoma, 97% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Amarillo to Tacoma?

All three below meet the standards set by the Washington Movers Conference, the group most Washington 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 Amarillo, TX to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Amarillo, Texas, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $1,485 and $5,644. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Tacoma. If you go over that window, storage in Amarillo adds around $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Amarillo to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,485 - $2,831
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,099 - $3,961
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,592 - $5,644

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Amarillo, TX and Tacoma, WA. 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 $655 in Amarillo, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $70 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $140 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 Amarillo to Tacoma?

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 Amarillo, TX to Tacoma, WA

A rental truck for this 1,741-mile move from Amarillo, Texas, to Tacoma, Washington, costs between $1,102 and $2,935. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $519 - $593
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Amarillo daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Amarillo to Tacoma based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,102 - $2,016
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,215 - $2,399
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,386 - $2,935

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Amarillo, Texas, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $655.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $519 - $593 for the 1,741-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 $56 and $304, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $140 per night for hotel stops on the 1,741-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $281 - $421.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Amarillo to Tacoma?

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 Amarillo, TX to Tacoma, WA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Amarillo, Texas, to Tacoma, Washington. 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 $842 and $3,169.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,420 - $2,757
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,647 - $3,169
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,292 - $4,253

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 $70 - $140 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 Amarillo, Texas, typically costs $655.

What are the best freight companies from Amarillo to Tacoma?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Dedicated Express, LLC (4.26/5 stars): Dedicated Express, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Amarillo, TX vs Tacoma, WA

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