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U-Pack Cost in 2026: Real Pricing for ReloCubes and Trailer Space
U-Pack costs $1,800 to $4,500 for a typical cross-country move. ReloCubes from $1,200 for studio loads. Here is how the pricing works and what you actually pay.
Quick Answer
U-Pack charges $200-$250 per linear foot of trailer space used, or $1,200-$2,000 per ReloCube for smaller loads. A 1BR apartment typically uses 5-7 linear feet ($1,000-$1,750). A 2BR uses 8-12 linear feet ($1,600-$3,000). A full 3BR may need 16+ feet or a dedicated trailer at $3,000-$5,500. These are transport-only prices; add $300-$600 for day-labor loading/unloading if needed.
How U-Pack Pricing Works
Trailer Option (28ft)
U-Pack delivers a 28-foot semi-trailer to your address. You load one end and install a metal bulkhead divider. ABF freight fills the remaining space with commercial cargo. You pay only for the linear feet you used.
Typical rate
$200 - $250/linear foot
Varies by route and season
ReloCube Option
ReloCubes are individual storage containers delivered to your address. Each cube is approximately 6x7x8ft and holds about 1,000-1,200 lbs. You pack each cube and U-Pack transports them. No commercial freight shares your container.
Typical rate per cube
$1,200 - $2,000
Per cube, cross-country
Linear Feet Guide by Home Size
| Home Size | Typical Linear Feet | Est. Trailer Cost | ReloCubes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3 - 5 ft | $600 - $1,250 | 1 cube: $1,200-$1,600 |
| 1 Bedroom | 5 - 7 ft | $1,000 - $1,750 | 1-2 cubes: $1,200-$3,200 |
| 2 Bedroom | 8 - 12 ft | $1,600 - $3,000 | 2-3 cubes: $2,400-$5,000 |
| 3 Bedroom | 12 - 18 ft | $2,400 - $4,500 | 4-5 cubes: $4,800-$8,000 |
| 4+ Bedroom | 18 - 28 ft | $3,600 - $7,000 | Usually trailer is cheaper |
Real Cost Examples by Route
Chicago to Denver
2BR
$2,400
10 ft @ $240/ft
NYC to Atlanta
1BR
$1,650
6.5 ft @ $254/ft
LA to Houston
2BR
$2,800
11 ft @ $255/ft
U-Pack Wins When
- ✓Move is 500+ miles and you do not need storage
- ✓Partial load (1BR or 2BR) where trailer-share lowers your cost
- ✓Budget is the primary concern over delivery window flexibility
- ✓You can load and unload within the 3-day window
U-Pack Loses When
- ✕You need storage at origin or destination (PODS has this)
- ✕Your move-out and move-in dates do not align
- ✕Delivery window flexibility is critical (PODS is more flexible)
- ✕You are moving locally under 150 miles (U-Pack does not serve this)