
With the end of the year approaching quickly (along with finals and graduation), you probably don’t have time to think about the logistics of how you are going to move back home or to your new “big kid” job. To make matters worse, you don’t own a car. No car, no problem; we figured it out for you. Here are our top college moving tips for moving cross country without a car.
First, you should decide whether you want to drive a moving truck cross-country or have your stuff arrive at your doorstep with Collegeboxes® or a U-Box container.
Collegeboxes
If you go the Collegeboxes route all you have to do is sign up, pack up your belongings and they will handle the rest. Your items can be sent straight to your dorm.
U-Box
If you go the U-Box portable storage or moving truck route, you will need some moving supplies to get everything packed and loaded. Here are the links to some of the moving supplies in the infographic:
- (1) Packing Paper
- (2) Paper Tape
- (5) Medium Boxes
- (7) Small Boxes
- (1-2) Twin or Full Mattress Bags
- (1) 5″ Mover’s Stretch Plastic Wrap
- (5) Large Boxes
- (3) Extra-Large Boxes
- (1) Utility Knife
- (3) Furniture Pads
- (3) Space Saver Wardrobe Boxes
- (1) Tie-Down Rope
After your cross-country move, you will probably be depleted of all energy, so remember to book your Moving Help to help you unload once you get there. Moving Help is an online marketplace that helps you find local moving companies. You will be able to find movers that meet your specific needs and price.
Moving without a car is not impossible; no car, no problem, we are here to help!
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Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published in April 2015 and has been refreshed and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.