($350+) Mesa, AZ to Irvine, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Mesa, AZ to Irvine, CA

Hiring full-service movers from Mesa, Arizona, to Irvine, California, costs between $1,067 and $6,572. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 374-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $401 - $2,676, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Mesa and Irvine. For a rough baseline, movers based in Mesa tend to start around $175 plus $85/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Mesa to Irvine:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,067 - $3,756
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,801 - $4,854
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,614 - $6,572

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Mesa to Irvine.

Specialty moving services from Mesa, AZ to Irvine, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Mesa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Irvine, 56% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Mesa to Irvine?

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Mesa, AZ?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Mesa to Irvine with a local mover averages $1,783 - $4,806. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Mesa, AZ can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Mesa, AZ to Irvine, CA

Moving containers from Mesa, Arizona, to Irvine, California, cost between $891 and $2,578. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Mesa typically runs around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Mesa to Irvine:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $891 - $1,611
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,239
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,449 - $2,578

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $937 in Mesa, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $100 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $201 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Irvine, CA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Mesa to Irvine?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Mesa, AZ to Irvine, CA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 374 miles from Mesa, Arizona, to Irvine, California, running $350 - $906. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $159 - $182
• Daily insurance: $40/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• Mesa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Mesa to Irvine based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $350 - $608
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $380 - $758
• 4+ bedrooms: $426 - $906

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Mesa, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $937.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $159 - $182 for the 374-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $80 and $435, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $201 per night for hotel stops on the 374-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $401 - $602.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Mesa to Irvine?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Mesa, AZ to Irvine, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Mesa, Arizona, to Irvine, California. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,204 and $1,706.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Mesa to Irvine:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $778 - $1,435
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $848 - $1,706
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,229 - $2,063

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Mesa, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $937.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $100 and $201 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Mesa to Irvine?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Mesa, AZ vs Irvine, CA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Irvine, side by side with Mesa on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

A move from Mesa, AZ, to Irvine, CA, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,067 - $6,572 on the 374-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $891 - $2,578, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $350 - $906. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,801 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America and Taco Bell.