Morgantown, WV

Lubbock, TX → Morgantown, WV · Cross-country move

Movers from Lubbock to Morgantown

About 1,515 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,530–$8,230, delivery in 5–10 days, 110 carriers on the Lubbock side and 67 in Morgantown.

  • 1,515 miroad distance
  • 26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,530–$8,2302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,515 miles (1,284 straight-line)
Drive time
26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (38 interstate)
Movers at destination
67 (49 interstate)

Reverse: Morgantown → Lubbock

Moving from Lubbock to Morgantown is a cross-country move of roughly 1,515 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to West Virginia.

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 $5,530 to $8,230 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 26 hours (3 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 67 around Morgantown (49 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 Morgantown.

Lubbock has a population of about 273,071 and Morgantown about 30,000. Morgantown is the denser city (2,981 people per square mile versus 1,910 in Lubbock), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in West Virginia than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that West Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Lubbock to Morgantown

Full-service estimate for 1,515 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,210 $2,700 $3,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,320 $4,050 $4,940
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,530 $6,750 $8,230
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,850 $10,800 $13,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,170 $14,850 $18,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,160–$3,040

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

Portable container

$2,370–$3,490

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

Full-service mover

$5,530–$8,230

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Lubbock, TX → Morgantown, WV. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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

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

Near Morgantown (destination)

Mts Truck Repair

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2369971
MC
1168953
Based in
Smithfield, PA 15478 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Dalton INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
676273
MC
315572
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Myers Excavation & Contracting

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2587599
MC
907096
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
7 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Jack'S Auto INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
440131
MC
614291
Based in
Mount Morris, PA 15349 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Xclusive Movers LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4252111
MC
1648375
Based in
Fairmont, WV 26554 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Abate Moving Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3679007
MC
1278788
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

R & J Jones Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858156
MC
668146
Based in
Smithfield, PA 15478 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Al Do Right Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3768184
MC
1344172
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26505 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 67 movers in Morgantown

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,210 to $3,290 for a studio, $3,320 to $4,940 for a one-bedroom, $5,530 to $8,230 for a two-bedroom, $8,850 to $13,170 for a three-bedroom and $12,170 to $18,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Morgantown from Lubbock?

About 1,515 road miles (1,284 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 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 West 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 Morgantown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,160 to $3,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,370 to $3,490. 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–Morgantown corridor.