Been through something super similar last year. I relocated from Oregon to Georgia after getting laid off and finding remote work. I didn’t have a ton of stuff, but enough to make it a hassle. A full-service move was a dream I couldn’t afford. What worked for me was doing a hybrid move: I rented a small tow-behind trailer, packed everything myself, and drove cross-country in my old Subaru. Not glamorous, but it worked. That said, before I figured out my game plan, I spent a lot of time researching cheap way to move cross country, and I found this breakdown really helpful —
check the guide. It gives a good sense of what’s realistic depending on your budget and how much stuff you’ve got. A couple of key things I learned: shipping heavy stuff like books or dishes is rarely worth it, and regional truck rentals can be way cheaper than national ones. Also, don’t forget to factor in gas, tolls, and lodging if you’re driving—those add up fast. If you’re flexible with timing and willing to hustle a bit, you can keep it affordable. Craigslist and Facebook groups were gold for free boxes and used supplies. Just takes some persistence.
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