$2,400
Most long distance moving companies will not give you a number until they have your phone number. Here are ours, before you call anyone.
Out of state moving companies you can actually get a straight price from
American National Movers is a licensed out of state moving company serving all 50 states. Accurate estimates, real delivery windows, and no surprise fees on delivery day.
30 days free storage
OUT OF STATE MOVING COST
What an out of state move actually costs in 2026
Most long distance moving companies will not give you a number until they have your phone number. Here are ours, before you call anyone.
$5,000 -$9,000
Typical three to four bedroom household moving between states.
$6,700
Average for a dedicated truck with a guaranteed delivery date.
Those ranges assume 2026 fuel, labour, and materials costs, and they hold as long as the scope of your move does not change. If your inventory is accurate at the time of your estimate, the price you are quoted is the price you pay. That is not an industry standard; it is the specific thing we do differently, and it is why our quotes sometimes look higher than the ones that get revised upward on loading day.
What moves the number: total cubic feet, distance, whether you need packing, and whether you can share a truck. What does not move it: the day of the week you call, or how long you spend on the phone with a salesperson. Our long distance moving cost calculator works from a room-by-room inventory and returns a flat rate in about two minutes.
STATE TO STATE MOVING SERVICES
Four ways we move a household between states
Every out of state move is a trade between speed, price, and control. Pick the one that matches your dates.
Shared Load
Your shipment travels with others on the same route. The cheapest way to move out of state, and the right choice if your delivery dates are flexible. How shared load works
Dedicated Truck
Your household is the only shipment on the truck, with a guaranteed delivery date and one driver from pickup to delivery. Dedicated truck service
18-wheeler capacity
Three and four bedroom homes go in one tractor trailer instead of two 26-foot trucks — one driver, one trip, and up to $5,000 less.
Small loads and partial moves
We run trucks in nearly every state, so a partial load can piggyback on a route already running. Small load moving
CHOOSING BETWEEN NATIONAL MOVING COMPANIES
How to compare national moving companies without guessing
Most of the confusion in this industry comes from one distinction nobody explains on the phone: whether the company you are talking to owns a truck.
DELIVERY WINDOWS
When your things arrive
Honest delivery windows by distance. Shared loads consolidate with other shipments, which is standard across the industry and the single most common reason moving companies get bad reviews. Here is what to actually expect.
CHEAP OUT OF STATE MOVERS
Why our quote is sometimes not the lowest one you get
If you are collecting quotes for an out of state move, you will get a range, and the cheapest one deserves a second look.
The lowest estimate in a set of five is usually low for one of three reasons. It was built on an inventory smaller than what you actually own, and will be revised on loading day. It came from a broker who has not yet found a carrier and does not know what the route will cost. Or it excludes charges — shuttle service, long carry, stairs, bulky items — that will appear on the bill of lading later.
We disclose those charges upfront, in writing, before you pay anything. Shuttle fees when a tractor trailer cannot reach your door. Long carry when the distance from truck to door exceeds the included allowance. Stair and elevator charges. Bulky item handling for pianos, safes, and gun safes. Additional volume if your inventory grows between the estimate and pickup day. You may not need any of them, but you should know they exist before you sign, not after your things are on a truck.
Cheap out of state movers exist and some of them are good. What separates them from the ones that generate complaints is not price — it is whether the price was honest when it was quoted. What to know before hiring movers goes through the questions worth asking every company on your list, including us.
QUESTIONS
Common questions about out of state moving
INSTANT QUOTE
Affordable Long Distance Movers No Hidden Fees
Our relocation services are best for long distance movers seeking reasonably priced options, with budgets of $3,200 for small moves and $5,000-$9,000 for larger shipments. Compared to industry averages, a budget of $3,200 to $9,000 is considered a fair price for across-state relocations.
As long as the scope of your move does not change, American National Movers will never change the price on you and strive to provide a transparent and genuine experience to all of our customers.
MUST READ
Must Read Articles Before Hiring Long Distance Movers.
Empower yourself and protect your move by reading this article to ensure a successful relocation experience.
Frankly, the moving industry can be dishonest because salespeople are paid incentives to close a sale. Since they don’t own the business, it’s not their concern that you can potentially file a complaint.
Most people who move to another state and hire movers are doing this for the first time and are confused about how long distance moving works. To help you avoid common mistakes, we’ve created in-depth guides explaining how pricing, delivery timelines, and service options really work.
Each guide is designed to help you make informed decisions and move with confidence.
REVIEWS
Why Even the Best Long Distance Movers Have Some Negative Reviews
It’s normal for established national long distance moving companies, like American National Movers, that have been in business for several years to have a mix of positive and negative reviews.
Movers who handle hundreds of interstate relocations each month naturally receive more feedback than small companies doing only 20 to 30 jobs each year.
What matters most isn’t whether a mover has a perfect rating — it’s whether their reviews show consistency, professional communication, and an attempt to make things right if complaints arise.
What to look For When Reading Moving Company Reviews
Long distance movers with a small number of reviews, or a ton of recent reviews or negative reviews at all, are huge red flags. You should consider other options instead. Please see our interactive cards below for a detailed breakdown.
Inventory Issues/Price Changes.
If you haven't already noticed, the most common complaint in the moving industry is price disputes. This usually happens when a customer’s actual inventory differs from the original list provided during the quote. The good news is this can be avoided, as long as you provide your movers with an accurate inventory list. You can also ask for a guaranteed price, but this may come at an additional fee. Do this, and you will have a smoother relocation experience.
Common Long distance Moving Scenarios
Every long distance move is different. The household size, distance, timing, and your flexibility all affect the logistics of your move. Below are some of the most common scenarios we see — and how we help customers navigate them efficiently.
Don't let your long distance movers ship your 4-bedroom household goods in two 26-foot trucks; it's less efficient and more expensive. Instead, work with an 18-wheeler moving company like American National Movers so that your belongings stay in one truck and with one driver. Not only is transporting homes with a lot of furniture in a semi more efficient, but it's also cost-effective because you only need to pay for one driver, instead of two or three.
Need Long Distance Movers For A Small Load?
American National Movers constantly has trucks on the road in nearly every state. This allows us to piggyback your load on our truck or to pick up your load and combine it with other shipments in an 18-wheeler. Our average moving costs to ship a small load long distance are about $2,800.
Need A Dedicated Truck With Direct Delivery?
Many movers combine all shipments to cut costs, even for fragile items. If you prefer faster, safer, and exclusive transport, a dedicated truck keeps your belongings separate from other shipments and provides a tighter delivery window.
This option costs more but offers greater control and peace of mind.
Need One Way Movers On Your Long Distance Move?
One way moving allows trucks to remain on the road rather than return to their origin empty. Because American National Movers operates nationwide and has access to warehouses and crews in multiple states, we don’t always need to send a truck back to its original location.