Lubbock, TX

Hartford, CT → Lubbock, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Hartford to Lubbock

About 1,989 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,970–$10,360, delivery in 5–10 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 110 in Lubbock.

  • 1,989 miroad distance
  • 35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,970–$10,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,989 miles (1,685 straight-line)
Drive time
35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination
110 (38 interstate)

Reverse: Lubbock → Hartford

Moving from Hartford to Lubbock is a cross-country move of roughly 1,989 road miles, heading west from Connecticut to Texas.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $6,970 to $10,360 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 35 hours (4 driving days).

On the Hartford side there are 350 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (246 of them authorized for interstate work), and 110 around Lubbock (38 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Lubbock.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Lubbock about 273,071. Hartford is considerably denser (6,957 people per square mile versus 1,910), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in Connecticut, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Lubbock

Full-service estimate for 1,989 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,790 $3,400 $4,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,180 $5,100 $6,220
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,970 $8,500 $10,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,150 $13,590 $16,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,330 $18,690 $22,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,800–$4,110

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$6,970–$10,360

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Hartford (origin)

Bob'S Discount Furniture LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1326635
MC
1550101
Based in
Manchester, CT 06042 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
225 trucks, 205 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Msm Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2557265
MC
891791
Based in
Hartford, CT 06114 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Spelman Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3439865
MC
1116903
Based in
Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Spacefitters LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1389824
MC
528899
Based in
Bloomfield, CT 06002 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Two Men And A Truck Connecticut

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3638680
Based in
Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
978755
MC
506916
Based in
Berlin, CT 06037 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Expedited Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2566125
MC
897804
Based in
West Hartford, CT 06110 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Kay'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
102032
MC
120883
Based in
South Windsor, CT 06074 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 350 movers in Hartford

Near Lubbock (destination)

O & E Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3862247
MC
1411271
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79416 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1931566
MC
690464
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79424 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

A & K Delivery & Assembly INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1765358
MC
644990
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79404 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Byco Moving Or Tough Guy Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1069251
MC
442323
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79414 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Transcon Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3656170
MC
1262162
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79423 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Hart Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1825246
MC
662225
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Two Men And A Truck Lubbock

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4031529
MC
1523280
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79404 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Grit Property Solutions LTD Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4179725
MC
1816373
Based in
Lubbock, TX 79407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 110 movers in Lubbock

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hartford to Lubbock?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,790 to $4,150 for a studio, $4,180 to $6,220 for a one-bedroom, $6,970 to $10,360 for a two-bedroom, $11,150 to $16,580 for a three-bedroom and $15,330 to $22,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lubbock from Hartford?

About 1,989 road miles (1,685 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Connecticut into Texas makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Hartford to Lubbock?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,800 to $4,110. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Hartford–Lubbock corridor.