Long-distance moving with more value & less stress
Cost-effective and budget-friendly
Compared to full-service moving companies and rental trucks, PODS is the best value for long-distance
moving when you consider that every PODS move comes with a month of storage built-in.
Pay-as-you-go pricing with no deposits
With PODS, you don't need to pay for your entire move upfront, making it easier on your budget. And like with most hotel reservations, you can reserve your moving container with a credit card — no payments due until seven days before your container delivery.
Take your time
At PODS, you rent your containers by the month, so you can take your time loading and unloading, eliminating the chaos of a house full of boxes, and sparing yourself a lot of stress.
Cost-effective and budget-friendly
Compared to full-service moving companies and rental trucks, PODS is the best value for long-distance
moving when you consider that every PODS move comes with a month of storage built-in.Pay-as-you-go pricing with no deposits
With PODS, you don't need to pay for your entire move upfront, making it easier on your budget. And like with most hotel reservations, you can reserve your moving container with a credit card — no payments due until seven days before your container delivery.
Take your time
At PODS, you rent your containers by the month, so you can take your time loading and unloading, eliminating the chaos of a house full of boxes, and sparing yourself a lot of stress.
Two containers for the perfect fit
16-Foot Container
- Ideal for a 2-bedroom home, or up to 1,200 sq. ft.*
- About the length of a standard parking spot
- Comparable to a 10'x15' storage unit or a 20' truck
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8-Foot Container
- Great for a studio or room of 500 sq. ft. or less*
- A popular choice for college students
- Comparable to a 5'x10' storage unit or 10' truck
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16-Foot Container
- Ideal for a 2-bedroom home, or up to 1,200 sq. ft.*
- About the length of a standard parking spot
- Comparable to a 10'x15' storage unit or a 20' truck
Get more information
8-Foot Container
- Great for a studio or room of 500 sq. ft. or less*
- A popular choice for college students
- Comparable to a 5'x10' storage unit or 10' truck
Get more information
How moving long-distance with PODS works
Get It & Load It
We deliver your container. Take all the time you need to load it -- and there's no need to meet the driver or be present when we deliver or pick up your container. Load on your schedule, right in your driveway. Want help? We can connect you with local packing and loading companies.
Keep It
Choose on-site storage and keep your container on your property as long as you like for anytime access to your stuff.
Store It
We can also pick up your loaded container and bring it to a local PODS Storage Center for safekeeping until you need it.
Move It
Moving with PODS is ideal for long-distance moves. You don't have to worry about driving your portable moving container to your next home, whether you're moving across town or across the country.**
Get It & Load It
We deliver your container. Take all the time you need to load it -- and there's no need to meet the driver or be present when we deliver or pick up your container. Load on your schedule, right in your driveway. Want help? We can connect you with local packing and loading companies.
Keep It
Choose on-site storage and keep your container on your property as long as you like for anytime access to your stuff.
Store It
We can also pick up your loaded container and bring it to a local PODS Storage Center for safekeeping until you need it.
Move It
Moving with PODS is ideal for long-distance moves. You don't have to worry about driving your portable moving container to your next home, whether you're moving across town or across the country.**
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Real stories, real moves
The Right Move for Long-Distance Moves
Laura H., Gulf Breeze, FL
“The whole PODS process made our move as easy as it could be. We were able to move our belongings into the container at our own pace. The containers were picked up and taken away exactly as we needed. We did have to adjust our dates through the process and PODS was able to meet our needs. Each agent I spoke with on the phone was extremely helpful. Our items arrived in our new location (940 miles away) exactly on time!”
Dale J., Loris, SC
“Using PODS eliminated a lot of extra handling as we had to wait until our home was finished construction. We moved from MN to SC, and needed time to locate a new home and then for the time to complete construction.
U-Haul would have been cheaper, but we would have needed to load, unload, store, then reload and unload again, with PODS we just had to load and then unload only once.”
Danielle K., Mesa, AZ
“The ease made this a great experience. I was moving across the country with no permanent residence and needed to keep my items in the container at the Chandler facility in AZ. I got a few items out of my container once while it was at the PODS storage center and that was done with ease as well. Very friendly staff and such a convenient way to move. My belongings were in top shape when they arrived. I would definitely use PODS again and will recommend it to others.”
Long-distance moving FAQ
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What time of year is best to move long-distance?
How do you transport plants when moving long distance?
First things first, check the laws. Some states like California and Hawaii have strict plant protections in place to protect their local flora. When it’s time to move your plants across the country, we recommend either shipping them or keeping them with you as you move. PODS is a great solution for your long-distance move since you can load all your household goods in a container, giving you room in your car to keep your plants safe and sound. Read more about how to move your plants without killing them.
*Container sizes are for guidance only and may vary slightly. Dimensions are based on exterior measurements.
**Limited service areas may apply. Please call PODS for service availability. PODS arranges for independent third party motor carriers to transport containers long-distance between PODS’ service locations.
