How Much Does it Cost to Move Across Country?

What you can expect to pay for an out of state move in 2026

When planning a long-distance move, one of the most important questions to answer is “how much will I pay?” 

While some moves can cost as little as $1,000, rates for cross-country moves (over 2,500 miles) can be anywhere from $5,000 to $25,000, depending on home size, the move date and the type of service used.

So how much will it cost you to move to another state? Let’s find out.

A simple breakdown of what you’ll pay for

Here are the main costs of moving long distance:

Moving services

The largest cost is typically the service used to get your belongings to another state. The total will depend on the type of service, how much help you need with loading/unloading and whether storage is involved.

Learn more about how much moving companies charge or get tips for finding the cheapest option.

Packing and loading supplies 

Another factor that affects your total cost is everything needed to prepare your belongings for the move. This includes boxes, protective materials, tape and moving day gear like furniture dollies. The more you’re moving — and the more fragile or complex your items are — the more supplies you’ll likely need.

Personal travel 

Finally, your own travel costs play a role in the overall price. This includes how you get to the new home, where you stay along the way and expenses during the trip like meals and gas in the car. These costs will vary depending on your route and travel method, but they’re an important part of the total budget.

Looking for a full list of expenses to account for before, during and after a move? Use this resource to see how much money you should save before moving.

Price examples

To better understand how costs can vary based on home size, distance and the company you choose, take a look at these example moves.

Moving company quotes were accurate at the time of posting and were rounded to the nearest dollar. Actual moving costs will vary.

One-bedroom apartment

Here’s what U-Pack® and U-Haul® quoted for a cross-country move from Concord, New Hampshire, to Seattle, Washington, in August 2026. Prices based on each service’s recommended equipment for a 1-bedroom apartment.

*Based on AAA’s average gas price of $4.16 at the time of posting for the 10-ft truck’s estimated 12 MPG, according to U-Haul’s website.

3-bedroom home 

Here’s what U-Pack® and U-Haul® quoted for a long-distance move from Denver, Colorado, to Dallas, Texas, in August 2026. Prices based on each service’s recommended equipment for a 3-bedroom home.

*Based on AAA’s average gas price of $4.16 at the time of posting for the 26-ft truck’s estimated 10 MPG, according to U-Haul’s website.

Find the cost of your long-distance move with U-Pack

The easiest way to figure out your costs is to get a quote! Call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 or use our online form for your free, no-obligation rate. 

If you have questions about long-distance moving costs or how U-Pack pricing works, let us know!

Interested in financing your move? U-Pack offers options through Affirm® for qualified borrowers.