Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
A moving container for a long-distance move typically costs $1,200 to $5,000, driven mostly by the miles between your two homes.
Typical cost: $1,200-$5,000
Transport between cities: $900-$4,000
Delivery and pickup: $200-$500
A month of storage in transit: $100-$250
Content protection plan: $20-$200
Second container (if needed): $700-$2,500
This page helps anyone moving across states decide if a container beats full-service movers. It shows the real long-distance container range and the factors that push the price up or down.