Best Arlington to Nashville Movers

How Much Do Arlington to Nashville Movers Cost?

Moving 688 miles from Arlington, TX to Nashville, TN will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 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 Arlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Nashville from Arlington 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 Arlington to Nashville moving option

Hire local Arlington 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 Arlington 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 Arlington 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 Arlington, TX to Nashville, TN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 35 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Arlington and Nashville areas.

From these 35 companies, we analyzed a total of 18,357 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 20 state and federal moving licenses from these 35 companies and 178 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~18,000 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 1,993 Arlington 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 Phoenix Express Specialty Moving & Delivery) vs older more established companies (like King Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Arlington 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.

8.31/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 9,486 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.05/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 3,431 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.34/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 1,627 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.40/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 3,106 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.00/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 1,004 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.41/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 4,215 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.89/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 5,272 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.05/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 9,458 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.10/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 5,243 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.19/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 1,074 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.96/10 avg (Arlington & Nashville combined) from 4,649 reviews

From Arlington to Nashville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Arlington in Arlington & The Gulch in Nashville are both known for their urban core with live music venues & nightlife
• Arlington's Viridian neighborhood & Nashville's Green Hills both share a master-planned upscale community near green spaces
• If you're moving from Dalworthington Gardens, check out Sylvan Park in the Nashville area for the small historic enclave with tree-lined streets
• Do you enjoy Arlington Highlands' vibrant local eateries & boutique shopping? You're sure to love East Nashville
• Move from Meadowbrook to Germantown and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: a quiet residential area with historic homes
• The Parks of Arlington & 12 South are both known for their family-friendly neighborhoods with parks & cafes

Pros and Cons of Moving from Arlington to Nashville

ConsArlington, TX

• Hot summers
• Limited music scene
• Fewer cultural attractions
• Smaller job market

ProsNashville, TN

• Milder climate
• Diverse music culture
• Rich history and sights
• Expansive job opportunities

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Nashville, TN

• Higher living costs
• Far from family
• Competitive housing market
• Lesser sports events

Arlington, TX

• No state income tax
• Proximity to Dallas
• More affordable housing
• Big city amenities

Pros of moving from Arlington to Nashville

• Say goodbye to hot summers and hello to milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from a limited music scene and moving to Nashville with its diverse music culture
• Swap the fewer cultural attractions of Arlington for the rich history and sights in Nashville
• Get ready for expansive job opportunities in Nashville

Cons of moving from Arlington to Nashville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from no state income tax in Arlington to live with higher living costs in Nashville
• You'll lose out on the pro of proximity to Dallas and have to settle for the con of being far from family
• Time to bid farewell to more affordable housing and get used to the competitive housing market in Nashville
• Swap big city amenities for fewer sports events

Arlington vs. Nashville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arlington to Nashville, you will be trading the iconic Texas barbecue of Arlington for the equally delicious hot chicken of Nashville. And while the locals in Arlington rave about their flavorful brisket and sumptuous tacos, Nashville residents know they have tasty pulled pork and gourmet hot dogs to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the seitan steak of Nashville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arlington eateries like Pecan Lodge, Cane Rosso, and Division Street Diner. After the boxes are unpacked in Nashville, don't wait too long before making your way to Nashville's acclaimed eateries like Prince's Hot Chicken Shack, Arnold's Country Kitchen, and The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden.

When comparing lifestyles, Nashville shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Arlington. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Nashville compared to what you are used to in Arlington. 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 Arlington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Mercury Chophouse, Babe's Chicken Dinner House, and Catfish Sam's in Arlington, we're sure you'll love Kanye Prime, Loveless Cafe, and Ed's Fish & Pizza in Nashville. See our Nashville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Arlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, head to The Southern Steak & Oyster on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arlington and Nashville

• The Suburban and Modern Ranch architecture that Arlington is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Contemporary architecture typical of Nashville.
• Compared to Arlington's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to schools, Nashville real estate listings often highlight features like vibrant neighborhoods and a local music scene.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Nashville is more walkable than Arlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Nashville is more bike-friendly than Arlington.
• Nashville has more of an urban feel than Arlington.
• Nashville housing costs are 37% more expensive than they are in Arlington, with a median home price of $439,470 compared to Arlington’s $320,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Nashville have increased by 51% compared to a 53% increase in Arlington.
• Rent in Nashville is 16.41% more expensive than in Arlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Nashville, TN

1. 1 East Nashville: Abundant dog-friendly patios, tree-lined streets, and quick access to Shelby Park and its dog park make daily walks and play easy.
2. 2 12 South: Wide sidewalks, Sevier Park, and many pet-welcoming shops and patios create a convenient, walkable routine for pets and owners.
3. 3 Germantown: Walkable blocks near Bicentennial Capitol Mall and Morgan Park plus numerous dog-friendly patios suit active pets and urban living.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Arlington to Nashville. Nashville gets 12% fewer sunshine days than Arlington.
• Nashville has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Arlington.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and hail in Arlington, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Nashville.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Nashville is 6 degrees colder than in Arlington.
• The average winter lows are 8 degrees colder than they are in Arlington.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Nashville. Nashville receives 11 more inches of rain compared to Arlington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arlington and Nashville

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