($989+) Seattle, WA to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Lubbock, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,742-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Lubbock, Texas, with costs ranging from $2,621 - $11,338. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $382 - $2,544. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Seattle and Lubbock. Local movers in Seattle typically start around $260 as a base rate plus $141/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,621 - $5,485
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,483 - $8,062
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,412 - $11,338

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 Seattle to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lubbock, 44% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest 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 Seattle, WA to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,474 and $4,962. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Seattle runs about $120/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Seattle to Lubbock:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,474 - $2,670
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,961 - $4,005
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,625 - $4,962

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $95 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $191 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Lubbock, TX, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $890 in Seattle, WA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Seattle to Lubbock?

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 Seattle, WA to Lubbock, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,742 miles from Seattle, Washington, to Lubbock, Texas, running $989 - $2,853. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $705 - $806
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Seattle daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.19 - $1.39

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $989 - $1,844
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,070 - $2,217
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,404 - $2,853

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $191 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 Seattle, Washington, usually costs about $890 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,742-mile drive falls between $705 and $806, 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 $64 and $382 to your total.

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

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 Seattle, WA to Lubbock, TX

For larger DIY moves from Seattle, Washington, 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 Lubbock, 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 $1,448 and $2,989.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,300 - $2,353
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,448 - $2,989
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,161 - $3,928

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Seattle, Washington, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $890.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $95 - $191 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Seattle to Lubbock?

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.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Lubbock, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Lubbock, side by side with Seattle 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 1,742-mile route from Seattle, WA, to Lubbock, TX, run $2,621 - $11,338 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,474 - $4,962, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $989 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,483, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Lubbock tend to point to friendly people and easy transportation, though rough weather and lack of recreational options come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Texas Tech University and Covenant Health System.