Best Burlington to Austin Movers

How Much Do Burlington to Austin Movers Cost?

Moving 2,020 miles from Burlington, VT to Austin, TX will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,500 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 Austin that already have a booked job heading from Austin to Burlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Austin from Burlington entirely empty. If you can find a Austin moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Burlington to Austin moving option

Hire local Burlington 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 Austin movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Burlington to Austin 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 Burlington to Austin 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 Burlington, VT to Austin, TX long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 25 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Burlington and Austin areas.

From these 25 companies, we analyzed a total of 9,210 reviews dating all the way back to June 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 15 state and federal moving licenses from these 25 companies and 119 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~9,000 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 3,146 Burlington to Austin 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 Born to Move) vs older more established companies (like Lowell's Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.76/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 5,240 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.50/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 2,029 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.11/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 1,183 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.88/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 2,009 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.79/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 678 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.13/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 2,492 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.24/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 3,068 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.56/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 5,308 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.69/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 3,069 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.03/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 670 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.59/10 avg (Burlington & Austin combined) from 2,819 reviews

From Burlington to Austin: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Burlington & Downtown in Austin are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• Burlington's South End neighborhood & Austin's East Austin both share an arts district & craft breweries
• If you're moving from Old North End, check out Hyde Park in the Austin area for the historic homes & tree-lined streets
• Do you enjoy New North End's suburban feel & new developments? You're sure to love Mueller
• Move from Hill Section to Clarksville and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: upscale residential & historic charm
• Waterfront & Zilker are both known for their outdoor activities & lake access
• Burlington's University District neighborhood & Austin's West Campus neighborhood both have a student population & college town vibe

Pros and Cons of Moving from Burlington to Austin

ConsBurlington, VT

• Harsh winters
• Limited job market
• Higher taxes
• Small city vibe

ProsAustin, TX

• Mild winters
• Thriving economy
• Lower taxes
• Lively nightlife

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Austin, TX

• Urban sprawl
• High living cost
• Traffic congestion
• Intense summer heat

Burlington, VT

• Beautiful nature
• Community feel
• Walkable city
• Local breweries

Pros of moving from Burlington to Austin

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from a limited job market and moving to Austin with a thriving economy
• Swap the higher taxes of Burlington for lower taxes in Austin
• Get ready for a lively nightlife in Austin

Cons of moving from Burlington to Austin

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from beautiful nature in Burlington to live with urban sprawl in Austin
• You'll lose out on the pro of a community feel and have to settle for the con of a high living cost
• Time to bid farewell to a walkable city and get used to traffic congestion in Austin
• Swap local breweries for intense summer heat

Burlington vs. Austin: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Burlington to Austin, you will be trading the iconic Vermont Maple Syrup of Burlington for the equally delicious Brisket of Austin. And while the locals in Burlington rave about their flavorful Cheeseburger and sumptuous Crepes, Austin residents know they have tasty Tex-Mex Tacos and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Buddha Bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Quinoa Chili of Austin. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Burlington eateries like Hen of the Wood, Farmhouse Tap and Grill, and The Alchemist. After the boxes are unpacked in Austin, don't wait too long before making your way to Austin's acclaimed eateries like Franklin Barbecue, La Barbecue, and Vespaio.

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

Discover Austin Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Austin is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Burlington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Hen of the Wood, Leunig's Bistro, and Penny Cluse Café in Burlington, we're sure you'll love Emmer & Rye, Justine's, and Snooze an A.M. Eatery in Austin. See our Austin restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Burlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at American Flatbread, head to Home Slice Pizza on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Burlington and Austin

• The Colonial and Cape Cod architecture that Burlington is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Ranch architecture typical of Austin.
• Compared to Burlington's real estate listings that commonly reference lake views and fireplaces, Austin real estate listings often highlight features like solar panels and open-concept designs.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Austin is more walkable than Burlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Austin is more bike-friendly than Burlington.
• Austin has more of an urban feel than Burlington.
• Austin housing costs are 7% more expensive than they are in Burlington, with a median home price of $546,619 compared to Burlington’s $509,039.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Austin have increased by 47% compared to a 50% increase in Burlington.
• Rent in Austin is 10.04% more affordable than in Burlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

1. South Congress : You're sure to enjoy the abundance of pet-friendly restaurants and businesses that welcome you and your furry friends.
2. Zilker : The expansive Barton Springs and Zilker Park nearby offer plenty of outdoor space for your pets to run and play.
3. Mueller : This vibrant neighborhood features many green spaces and trails perfect for leisurely strolls with your pets.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Burlington and Austin

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Burlington to Austin. Austin gets 38% more sunshine days than Burlington.
• Austin has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Burlington.
• Say goodbye to the possible low risk in Burlington, but be on the lookout for the potential high risk of floods and tornadoes in Austin.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Austin is 13 degrees warmer than in Burlington.
• The average winter lows are 28 degrees warmer than they are in Burlington.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Austin. Austin receives 1 inch less rain compared to Burlington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Burlington and Austin

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Political and Religious Climate in Burlington vs. Austin

• Burlington tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• Austin, on the other hand, is often described as Liberal
• Austin's religious environment can be described as religiously diverse
• Burlington's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less religious

Burlington vs. Austin Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 67% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Austin compared to your Burlington commute. That's 5200 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Austin to be worse than it is in Burlington.
• Public transit is more readily available in Austin.