Updated July 27, 2026 · Based on 669 completed A Plus interstate moves
How much does a long-distance move cost in 2026? Based on 669 real completed interstate moves by A Plus Moving & Storage, most long-distance moves cost between $2,000 and $19,300, depending on shipment size and distance. A studio or 1-bedroom move typically runs $2,000–$4,300; a 3-bedroom home moving 1,000–1,500 miles typically runs $6,200–$7,800. The ranges below are 20th–80th percentile prices from real jobs — not estimates or formulas.
Real moving costs by distance and home size
Each cell shows the 20th–80th percentile of what A Plus customers actually paid. Where we have too few completed jobs to publish an honest range, we say so.
| Distance | Studio / 1-Bedroom | 2-Bedroom | 3-Bedroom | 4-Bedroom + |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50–500 miles | $2,100 – $3,600 | $4,500 – $6,100 | $5,500 – $11,500 | $7,900 – $13,900 |
| 500–1,000 miles | $2,000 – $3,000 | $4,500 – $6,200 | $5,500 – $10,200 | $10,300 – $16,300 |
| 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $3,400 | $4,200 – $5,500 | $6,200 – $7,800 | $11,400 – $19,300 |
| 1,500–2,200 miles | $2,500 – $4,200 | $4,800 – $6,600 | $9,000 – $12,000 | Call for exact quote |
| 2,200+ miles | $2,700 – $4,300 | $5,200 – $6,600 | Call for exact quote | Call for exact quote |
Popular routes: real price ranges
| Route | Distance band | Observed range (all home sizes) |
|---|---|---|
| New York City to Miami | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
| Miami to New York City | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
| New York City to Los Angeles | 2,200+ miles | $2,700 – $6,600 |
| Los Angeles to New York City | 2,200+ miles | $2,700 – $6,600 |
| Dallas to Los Angeles | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
| Los Angeles to Dallas | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
| Houston to Austin | 50–500 miles | $2,100 – $13,900 |
| San Francisco to Austin | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
| Chicago to New York City | 500–1,000 miles | $2,000 – $16,300 |
| Atlanta to New York City | 500–1,000 miles | $2,000 – $16,300 |
| Dallas to New York City | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
| Houston to Los Angeles | 1,000–1,500 miles | $2,000 – $19,300 |
Methodology
- Source: 669 completed, paid A Plus Moving & Storage interstate jobs from our operations system — real invoices, not quotes or surveys.
- Ranges: 20th to 80th percentile per distance band and home size, rounded to the nearest $100. We deliberately exclude the cheapest and most expensive 20% so the range reflects a typical move.
- Distance bands: great-circle distance between origin and destination metros.
- No invented numbers: cells with too few jobs for a statistically honest range say “Call for exact quote” instead of a made-up figure.
- Cadence: refreshed quarterly as new completed jobs accumulate.
What moves your price inside the range
Shipment weight is the biggest driver — two 3-bedroom homes can differ by thousands of pounds. Access (stairs, elevators, long carries), packing services, and season also matter. May–September moves book out earliest and price at the top of the range. The fastest way to an exact, binding number is our 10-minute AI video survey — record a walkthrough on your phone and we return an itemized, binding quote, often the same day. To estimate materials, see the box estimating guide, or browse all routes and locations.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a long-distance move cost?
Across 669 completed A Plus interstate moves, most fall between $2,000 and $19,300. A three-bedroom home moving 1,000 to 1,500 miles runs $6,200 to $7,800.
Where does this pricing data come from?
It is drawn from 669 completed A Plus interstate moves. These are real invoices rather than quotes or estimates, reported as 20th to 80th percentile ranges by distance band and home size.
Why do some cells say Call for exact quote?
Where the sample of completed moves is too small to publish a credible range, the table says so rather than showing an invented figure.