Best Lincoln to Nashville Movers

How Much Do Lincoln to Nashville Movers Cost?

Moving 769 miles from Lincoln, NE to Nashville, TN will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Nashville that already have a booked job heading from Nashville to Lincoln. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Nashville from Lincoln entirely empty. If you can find a Nashville moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Lincoln to Nashville moving option

Hire local Lincoln movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Nashville movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Lincoln to Nashville move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Lincoln to Nashville movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Lincoln, NE to Nashville, TN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Lincoln to Nashville moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 24 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Lincoln and Nashville areas.

From these 24 companies, we analyzed a total of 11,663 reviews dating all the way back to September 2010.

We also reviewed a total of 5 state and federal moving licenses from these 24 companies and 120 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~11,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 3,137 Lincoln to Nashville moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like King's Moving) vs older more established companies (like Select Van & Storage Co.).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Lincoln to Nashville moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.33/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 5,497 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.10/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 1,776 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.22/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 811 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.23/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 1,661 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

5.66/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 480 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.28/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 2,165 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.90/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 3,165 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.10/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 5,480 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.20/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 2,925 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.83/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 580 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.93/10 avg (Lincoln & Nashville combined) from 2,554 reviews

From Lincoln to Nashville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Historic Haymarket in Lincoln & The Gulch in Nashville are both known for their revitalized urban core with nightlife
• Lincoln's University Place neighborhood & Nashville's Hillsboro Village both share a college community with local shops
• If you're moving from College View, check out 12 South in the Nashville area for a walkable area with cafes and boutiques
• Do you enjoy Near South's artsy district with an eclectic vibe? You're sure to love East Nashville
• Move from Yankee Hill to Green Hills and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities of upscale residential with older homes
• Belmont & Germantown are both known for their historic neighborhoods near downtown
• Lincoln's Devonshire neighborhood & Nashville's Sylvan Park neighborhood both have tree-lined streets with a community feel
• If you're moving from Silver Ridge, look into Donelson for a suburban layout with a family focus

Pros and Cons of Moving from Lincoln to Nashville

ConsLincoln, NE

• Smaller cultural scene
• Fewer job opportunities
• Less diverse cuisine
• Cold winters
• Less nightlife

ProsNashville, TN

• Vibrant music scene
• Booming job market
• Diverse culinary scene
• Milder winters
• Lively nightlife

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Nashville, TN

• Higher cost of living
• Crowded parks
• Less personal
• Longer commutes
• More traffic

Lincoln, NE

• Lower cost of living
• Peaceful parks
• Community feel
• Easy commute
• Less traffic

Pros of moving from Lincoln to Nashville

• Say goodbye to the smaller cultural scene and hello to the vibrant music scene
• Look forward to moving away from fewer job opportunities and moving to Nashville with a booming job market
• Swap the less diverse cuisine of Lincoln for a diverse culinary scene in Nashville
• Get ready for milder winters in Nashville

Cons of moving from Lincoln to Nashville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lower cost of living in Lincoln to live with the higher cost of living in Nashville
• You'll lose out on the pro of peaceful parks and have to settle for the con of crowded parks
• Time to bid farewell to the community feel and get used to being less personal in Nashville
• Swap an easy commute for longer commutes

Lincoln vs. Nashville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Lincoln to Nashville, you will be trading the iconic Runza of Lincoln for the equally delicious Hot Chicken of Nashville. And while the locals in Lincoln rave about their flavorful Steak and sumptuous Tacos, Nashville residents know they have tasty BBQ Ribs and Food Truck Hot Chicken to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Burritos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan BBQ of Nashville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Lincoln eateries like Misty's Steakhouse, Leadbelly, and The Oven. After the boxes are unpacked in Nashville, don't wait too long before making your way to Nashville's acclaimed eateries like Hattie B's Hot Chicken, Monell's Dining and Catering, and Arnold's Country Kitchen.

When comparing lifestyles, Nashville shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Lincoln. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Nashville compared to what you are used to in Lincoln. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Nashville.

Discover Nashville Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Nashville is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Lincoln favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Oven, Honest Abe's Burgers and Freedom, and Lazlo's Brewery and Grill in Lincoln, we're sure you'll love Chauhan Ale and Masala House, The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden, and Yazoo Brewing Company in Nashville. See our Nashville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Lincoln hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Blue Sushi Sake Grill, head to Virago on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Lincoln and Nashville

• The Prairie and Bungalow architecture that Lincoln is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Modern architecture typical of Nashville.
• Compared to Lincoln's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and garage space, Nashville real estate listings often highlight features like rooftop decks and proximity to nightlife.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Nashville is less walkable than Lincoln.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Nashville is less bike-friendly than Lincoln.
• Nashville has more of an urban feel than Lincoln.
• Nashville housing costs are 59% more expensive than in Lincoln, with a median home price of $439,470 compared to Lincoln’s $276,124.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Nashville have increased by 51% compared to a 43% increase in Lincoln.
• Rent in Nashville is 45.04% more expensive than in Lincoln.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Nashville, TN

1. East Nashville : You’ll love the abundance of parks and pet-friendly cafes that make it easy to enjoy outdoor experiences with your furry companions.
2. Sylvan Park : Your pets will appreciate the spacious green spaces and welcoming community atmosphere, ideal for walks and playtime.
3. 12 South : The neighborhood’s pet-friendly shops and frequent outdoor events provide a lively environment for you and your pets to explore together.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Lincoln and Nashville

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Lincoln to Nashville. Nashville gets 3% fewer sunshine days than Lincoln.
• Nashville has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Lincoln.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and blizzards in Lincoln and be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Nashville.
• The average summer high temperature in Nashville is the same as Lincoln.
• The average winter lows are 14 degrees warmer than they are in Lincoln.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Nashville because Nashville receives 16.6 more inches of rain compared to Lincoln.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Lincoln and Nashville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Nashville tend to earn about 4% more than in Lincoln
• The COLI in Nashville is 2% lower than what you are used to living in Lincoln
• The state income tax in TN is 1 for interest and dividends only compared to 6.84 in NE
• The affluence in Nashville is high compared to moderate in Lincoln
• The poverty level is moderate in Nashville compared to low in Lincoln
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Lincoln and moderate in Nashville

Political and Religious Climate in Lincoln vs. Nashville

• Lincoln tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• Nashville, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Democratic
• Nashville's religious environment can be described as strongly Christian with a significant presence of other faiths
• Lincoln's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity with a mix of other faiths

Lincoln vs. Nashville Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 39% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Nashville compared to your Lincoln commute. That's 3640 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Nashville to be worse than it is in Lincoln.
• Public transit is less readily available in Nashville.