Lubbock, TX → Fairfax, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lubbock to Fairfax

About 1,669 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,220–$9,260, delivery in 5–10 days, 110 carriers on the Lubbock side and 534 in Fairfax.

1,669 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,220–$9,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lubbock, Texas
To: Fairfax, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,669 miles (1,414 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 110 (38 interstate)
Movers at destination: 534 (383 interstate)

Reverse: Fairfax → Lubbock

Fairfax sits about 1,669 miles east of Lubbock, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Virginia that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,220 to $9,260 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lubbock side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (38 of them authorized for interstate work), and 534 around Fairfax (383 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 Fairfax.

Lubbock has a population of about 273,071 and Fairfax about 25,000. Fairfax is the denser city (3,869 people per square mile versus 1,910 in Lubbock), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Lubbock to Fairfax

Full-service estimate for 1,669 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,490	$3,030	$3,700
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,730	$4,550	$5,550
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,220	$7,590	$9,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,950	$12,140	$14,810
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,690	$16,690	$20,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,220–$9,260

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 Lubbock (origin)

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

Call (806) 683-0582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Beso Del Sol Holdings LLC

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

Call (806) 780-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (806) 407-5400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Byco Moving Or Tough Guy Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Adams Business Services INC

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

Call (806) 787-7533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transcon Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transcon Capital LLC

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

Call (806) 789-5131 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (806) 763-4191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lubbock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Lubbock LLC

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

Call (806) 805-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (325) 207-8409 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Lubbock

Near Fairfax (destination)

Cort Furniture Rentalcort Party Rentalcort Tradeshowevent

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cort Business Services Corporation

USDOT: 312005
MC: 669564
Based in: Chantilly, VA 20151 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 353 trucks, 689 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (703) 968-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1065394
MC: 196957
Based in: Sterling, VA 20166 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 173 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&a Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 503883
MC: 161483
Based in: Chantilly, VA 20152 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (703) 471-8338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mg Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: My Guys Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 2455961
MC: 848140
Based in: Sterling, VA 20166 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (703) 406-9605 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

Willow Spring Towing & Recovery INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 335447
MC: 323447
Based in: Chantilly, VA 20151 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (703) 631-9339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collins Brothers Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1098237
MC: 1569912
Based in: Dulles, VA 20166 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (703) 661-6045 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cavalier Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 743794
MC: 352714
Based in: Dulles, VA 20166 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (703) 733-4010 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 534 movers in Fairfax

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,490 to $3,700 for a studio, $3,730 to $5,550 for a one-bedroom, $6,220 to $9,260 for a two-bedroom, $9,950 to $14,810 for a three-bedroom and $13,690 to $20,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairfax from Lubbock?

About 1,669 road miles (1,414 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Texas into Virginia 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 Lubbock to Fairfax?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 Lubbock–Fairfax corridor.