($1,137+) Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX Movers

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Moving from Burlington, VT, to Amarillo, TX, runs anywhere from $1,137 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $11,433 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,862 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 5 to 16 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 $2,657, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $11,433 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,546 - $5,511, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,137 - $3,159.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Burlington, VT, to Amarillo, TX. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,612 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX

There are 3 main ways to move from Burlington to Amarillo: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $3,612 - $7,785. Moving containers run about 44% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 67% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 5 to 16 days for this 1,862-mile route, depending on which option you go with.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,862-mile route from Burlington to Amarillo, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $2,657 - $5,732 $1,546 - $2,838 $1,137 - $2,065 $1,419 - $2,633
2 - 3 bedrooms $3,612 - $7,785 $2,019 - $3,974 $1,184 - $2,407 $1,568 - $3,407
4+ bedrooms $6,736 - $11,433 $2,652 - $5,511 $1,493 - $3,159 $2,273 - $4,191

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX

Full-service movers for the 1,862-mile relocation from Burlington, Vermont, to Amarillo, Texas, cost between $2,657 and $11,433. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $290 - $1,936, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Burlington typically charge a base rate around $594 plus $200 per hour, per mover.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,657 - $5,732
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,612 - $7,785
  • 4+ bedrooms: $6,736 - $11,433

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 Burlington to Amarillo.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Vermont to Texas. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.

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Specialty moving services from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 80% of Burlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Amarillo, 50% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing80% of local movers$484 - $4,840
Storage in transitNew place not ready80% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Booska Movers$194 - $1,162/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$290 - $2,323
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage40% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs40% of local movers$968 - $2,904
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,420 - $9,680
Car shippingSecond vehicle$725 - $1,377
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items20% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Booska Movers$968 - $2,420
PianoAny piano type40% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Local Muscle Movers$774 - $3,388
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling$290 - $1,452
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect9% nationally$629 - $1,936
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$290 - $14,520+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$290 - $3,388+

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Southwest Movers Association, the group most Texas 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.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Burlington, VT. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX

Moving containers from Burlington, Vermont, to Amarillo, Texas, cost between $1,546 and $5,511. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Burlington typically runs around $100/month.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,546 - $2,838
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,019 - $3,974
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,652 - $5,511

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Access: Most major container brands operate in both Burlington, VT and Amarillo, TX. 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 $678 in Burlington, VT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $145 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.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Vermont to Texas 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 $1,546. 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 $2,019 - $3,974.

What are the best moving containers Burlington to Amarillo?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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 Burlington 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 Burlington:

  • Local Muscle Movers (4.9/5), 16 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX

Plan on $1,137 - $3,159 for a rental moving truck on the 1,862-mile route from Burlington, Vermont, to Amarillo, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

  • Fuel for the drive: $573 - $655
  • Daily insurance: $29/day
  • Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
  • Burlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,137 - $2,065
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,184 - $2,407
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,493 - $3,159

Pro tip: The base rate of $1,137 - $3,159 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Burlington to Amarillo. Fuel ($573 - $655), lodging at around $145/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Gas: Fuel adds $573 - $655 for the 1,862-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 Burlington, Vermont, for about 5 hours typically costs around $678.
  • Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
  • Lodging: The 1,862-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $145 per night, adding $290 - $436 in hotel costs total.
  • Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $48 and $290.

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

  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 Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX

For larger DIY moves from Burlington, Vermont, 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 Amarillo, Texas.

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 $1,568 and $3,407.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,419 - $2,633
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,568 - $3,407
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,273 - $4,191

Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.

What other costs come with freight trailers?

  • Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
  • More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $73 - $145 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Burlington, Vermont, for about five hours typically runs $678.

What are the best freight companies from Burlington to Amarillo?

  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.

Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Burlington to Amarillo. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.

Cost of living: Burlington, VT vs Amarillo, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Amarillo, side by side with Burlington on housing, income, and taxes.

Measure Burlington, VT Amarillo, TX
Cost of living index11274
Average rent$2,200/mo$1,200/mo
Median home value$402,586$185,247
Average income$68,854/yr$62,469/yr
Unemployment rate3.2%4.9%
State income taxUp to 8.75%None
Walkability score59/10040/100
Safety index56.67/10074.69/100
Air qualityGoodGood

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Amarillo, TX to Burlington, VT guide.

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Burlington, VT, to Amarillo, TX, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,657 - $11,433 on the 1,862-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,546 - $5,511 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,137 - $3,159 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,612 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include BSA Health System and Northwest Texas Healthcare System.

FAQs: Moving from Burlington, VT, to Amarillo, TX

What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?

The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($573 - $655), daily insurance ($29/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $19) on top. Overnight stops can add another $145/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.

How long does a move from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX take?

Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 to 16 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 is the best time of year to move from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX?

Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Texas also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.

What are some tips for saving money on a move from Burlington, VT to Amarillo, TX?

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.

Is Amarillo a safe place to live?

Amarillo has a safety index of 74.69 out of 100 and a crime index of 25.31, compared to 56.67 and 43.33 in Burlington. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What percentage of Burlington movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 40% of movers in Burlington handle piano moves, and 20% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.