The cost of a long-distance move will vary, depending on the distance, home size, and services required to complete your relocation. The average cost of a long distance move is $5,500

When hiring a moving company, you want to ensure you find reliable, top-rated long-distance movers that you trust to handle your personal belongings. When gathering quotes and comparing services, always thoroughly read through the contracts and check customer testimonials. You also want to ensure the company is registered with the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

Moving cross country may seem like a daunting prospect. If you've never done it before, it certainly is. However, there are steps that you can take to ensure your journey and that of your possessions, are as smooth as possible. There are 3 primary ways most choose to move cross country:

Hiring a professional moving company

Using a container service

DIY (do-it-yourself)

A long-distance move is any move that travels more than 400 miles. Local moves are moves that go within 50 miles of your current location. A cross-country move is any move that crosses state lines. An interstate move is any move that goes across two states.

As with anything in life, not all moving companies are created equal, and some are better than others at providing this service. Some tips to consider: read reviews, get multiple estimates, get referrals, check experience, and check their licensing.

While a DIY approach may seem the cheapest for a long distance move, the process could involve hidden costs and challenges, including packing materials, truck rental, fuel, and the time and effort needed to pack, load, and unload. Therefore, hiring a full-service moving company like 24/7 Logitics Services can often be a more affordable and less stressful option, providing value for money through their comprehensive services.

It typically takes moving companies with long-distance movers anywhere from one to 14 days to complete a long-distance move. The exact delivery date will vary, depending on the distance, home size, and time of the year. Traffic and unexpected weather can also cause delays in the moving process. At 24/7 Logitics Services, we include a delivery window in all moving quotes. This is a set timeframe for when to expect our movers to arrive.

A non-binding estimate is a fixed cost that will vary, depending on the actual weight of your belongings and the long-distance moving services required for your move. A binding estimate is a fixed cost for moving services that doesn't change, no matter how many items you're moving.

You'll want to ensure the moving company has the credentials, licenses, and insurance policies required by federal law to provide long-distance moving services. Read through reviews and check their rating with the BBB to ensure they are reliable and to learn more about other customers' experiences.

3 options:
Released Value Protection (Basic / Free)
Full Value Protection (Comprehensive)
Third-Party Insurance (Recommended)