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Moving cost map

Compare State-to-State Moving Cost Ranges

Use common long-distance routes to understand professional moving ranges, shipment size, box planning and estimated delivery windows before you request an official written estimate.

Popular route examples

These are planning examples only. Official pricing depends on the actual inventory, access, dates, route, packing, storage, services and selected moving company.

West Coast to Texas

Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX

Typical route
1,400-1,500 miles
2 bedroom planning size
500-800 CF
Professional mover range
$3,900-$6,900
Estimated delivery window
4-16 business days
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Northeast to South

Brooklyn, NY to Orlando, FL

Typical route
1,000-1,200 miles
1 bedroom planning size
300-500 CF
Professional mover range
$2,800-$5,000
Estimated delivery window
4-16 business days
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South to West Coast

Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA

Typical route
2,700-2,900 miles
3 bedroom planning size
800-1,200 CF
Professional mover range
$6,400-$11,500
Estimated delivery window
5-21 business days
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State-to-state cost guide

How To Use This Moving Cost Map

Start With Your Route

Distance helps set the delivery window and can affect linehaul costs, but state pairing, demand and truck availability can also change the final written estimate.

Match The Home Size

A studio, 2 bedroom and 4 bedroom move can price very differently on the same route because shipment size drives truck space, labor and handling.

Refine With Inventory

The quickest way to improve accuracy is to list the rooms, furniture, boxes, bulky items, packing needs and access details before booking.

Quick answers

Moving Cost Map FAQ

Is this an official moving quote?

No. This is a planning guide. Official estimates should come from the selected moving company in writing after the route, inventory, access and services are reviewed.

Why do prices vary by state?

Pricing can change because of mileage, demand, seasonality, shipment size, access, packing, storage, route density and the moving company selected.

What should I do if a quote is much lower?

Compare the inventory, cubic feet or weight, services, deposit terms, pickup window, delivery language and whether the company appears as a carrier or broker in available public records.