($762+) Lubbock, TX to Madison, WI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lubbock, TX to Madison, WI

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,176-mile move from Lubbock, Texas, to Madison, Wisconsin, with costs ranging from $2,101 - $8,041. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $269 - $1,796. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Lubbock and Madison. Local movers in Lubbock typically start around $318 as a base rate plus $148/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,101 - $5,112
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,513 - $6,402
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,696 - $8,041

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 Madison.

Specialty moving services from Lubbock, TX to Madison, WI

Specialty needs vary by market: 44% of Lubbock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Madison, 52% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Wisconsin are typically members of the Wisconsin Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Lubbock, TX to Madison, WI

Moving containers from Lubbock, Texas, to Madison, Wisconsin, cost between $1,261 and $4,397. 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 Madison:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,261 - $2,203
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,609 - $3,195
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,093 - $4,397

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 $629, 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 $67 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $135 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Lubbock, TX, and Madison, WI, 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 Madison?

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 Madison, WI

Truck rentals from Lubbock, Texas, to Madison, Wisconsin, range from $762 - $2,084 for the 1,176-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $336 - $384
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• 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 Madison based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $762 - $1,367
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $759 - $1,710
• 4+ bedrooms: $975 - $2,084

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 $67 and $314.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $135.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $336 and $384 for the 1,176-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 $629 for 2 movers in Lubbock, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Madison, WI

For larger DIY moves from Lubbock, 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 Madison, Wisconsin.

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 $1,212 and $2,532.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,102 - $1,941
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,212 - $2,532
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,794 - $3,417

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 Lubbock, Texas, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $629.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $67 and $135 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Lubbock to Madison?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Lubbock, TX vs Madison, WI

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

Full-service movers on the 1,176-mile route from Lubbock, TX, to Madison, WI, run $2,101 - $8,041 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,261 - $4,397, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $762 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,513, 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 Datex Ohmeda and American Family Insurance.