Lubbock, TX → Iowa City, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from Lubbock to Iowa City

About 938 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,270–$6,350, delivery in 2–5 days, 110 carriers on the Lubbock side and 43 in Iowa City.

938 miroad distance
16 h 52 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,270–$6,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lubbock, Texas
To: Iowa City, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 938 miles (795 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 52 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 110 (38 interstate)
Movers at destination: 43 (28 interstate)

Reverse: Iowa City → Lubbock

Moving from Lubbock to Iowa City is a long-distance move of roughly 938 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Iowa.

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 $4,270 to $6,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 52 min.

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 43 around Iowa City (28 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 Iowa City.

Lubbock has a population of about 273,071 and Iowa City about 75,000. Iowa City is the denser city (2,904 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 Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Lubbock to Iowa City

Full-service estimate for 938 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,710	$2,080	$2,540
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,810
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,270	$5,200	$6,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,830	$8,330	$10,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,390	$11,450	$13,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,410–$2,000

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,730

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

Full-service mover

$4,270–$6,350

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

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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 Iowa City (destination)

Adamantine Spine Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Adamantine Spine Moving INC

USDOT: 1471037
MC: 556716
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (319) 325-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4766652
Based in: Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (319) 210-4857 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2471478
MC: 61612
Based in: Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (319) 624-2086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slager Appliances

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2028718
MC: 1754363
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (319) 337-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Towing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Iowa City Auto Sales LLC

USDOT: 1352324
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (319) 330-1629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stannard Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 228904
MC: 166228
Based in: Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (319) 351-1552 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bee'S Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brendan Daryl Beachy

USDOT: 2821656
MC: 1068797
Based in: Kalona, IA 52247 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (319) 530-1197 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hardy Concierge Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4222688
Based in: North Liberty, IA 52317 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (319) 382-0721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Iowa City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lubbock to Iowa City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,710 to $2,540 for a studio, $2,560 to $3,810 for a one-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,350 for a two-bedroom, $6,830 to $10,160 for a three-bedroom and $9,390 to $13,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Iowa City from Lubbock?

About 938 road miles (795 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 52 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Iowa 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 Iowa City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,410 to $2,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,730. 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–Iowa City corridor.