($329+) Irvine, CA to Mesa, AZ Movers

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

Full-service movers for the 374-mile relocation from Irvine, California, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $966 and $6,704. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $433 - $2,884, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Irvine typically charge a base rate around $197 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $966 - $3,573
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,750 - $4,854
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,695 - $6,704

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 Irvine to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Mesa, AZ

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

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

Arizona Moving Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Arizona, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with 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 Irvine, CA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Irvine to Mesa with a local mover averages $1,837 - $5,096. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Irvine, CA can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $908 and $2,633. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Irvine typically costs about $110/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $908 - $1,502
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,106 - $2,154
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,419 - $2,633

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $108 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $216 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $1,009 in Irvine, CA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Mesa, AZ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Irvine to Mesa?

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 Irvine, CA to Mesa, AZ

Truck rentals from Irvine, California, to Mesa, Arizona, range from $346 - $845 for the 374-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $172 - $196
• Daily insurance: $43/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $346 - $626
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $358 - $743
• 4+ bedrooms: $471 - $845

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $108 and $505.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $216.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $172 and $196 for the 374-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $1,009 for 2 movers in Irvine, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Irvine, CA to Mesa, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Irvine, California, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Mesa, Arizona.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $857 and $1,791.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $825 - $1,380
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $857 - $1,791
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,170 - $2,215

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $108 - $216 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Irvine, California, for about five hours typically runs $1,009.

What are the best freight companies from Irvine to Mesa?

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: Irvine, CA vs Mesa, AZ

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

Full-service movers on the 374-mile route from Irvine, CA, to Mesa, AZ, run $966 - $6,704 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $908 - $2,633, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $346 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,750, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Mesa tend to point to bountiful outdoor activities and beautiful nature, though terrible traffic and tourists come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Banner Health System and Mesa Public Schools.