($355+) Los Angeles, CA to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to Gilbert, AZ

For the 393-mile move from Los Angeles, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $1,004 and $6,843. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $427 - $2,848 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Los Angeles generally start around $200 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to Gilbert:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,004 - $3,848
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,714 - $5,038
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,830 - $6,843

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 Los Angeles to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to Gilbert, AZ

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

What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Gilbert?

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

How much do local movers cost in Los Angeles, CA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Los Angeles to Gilbert with a local mover averages $1,799 - $5,289. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $884 and $2,676. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Los Angeles runs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Gilbert:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $884 - $1,570
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,130 - $2,141
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,498 - $2,676

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $107 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $214 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 $997 in Los Angeles, 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 Gilbert, AZ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to Gilbert?

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 Los Angeles, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Plan on $334 - $889 for a rental moving truck on the 393-mile route from Los Angeles, California, to Gilbert, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $178 - $204
• Daily insurance: $43/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles to Gilbert based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $334 - $619
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $356 - $780
• 4+ bedrooms: $447 - $889

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $214 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Los Angeles, California, usually costs about $997 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 393-mile drive falls between $178 and $204, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $71 and $427 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Gilbert?

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 Los Angeles, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Los Angeles, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $887 and $1,662.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Gilbert:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $795 - $1,484
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $887 - $1,662
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,163

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $107 - $214 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Los Angeles, California, typically costs $997.

What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Gilbert?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA vs Gilbert, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Gilbert, side by side with Los Angeles 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 393-mile route from Los Angeles, CA, to Gilbert, AZ, run $1,004 - $6,843 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $884 - $2,676, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $334 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,714, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Gilbert tend to point to quality education and fantastic weather, though high cost of living and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Gilbert Public Schools and Banner Health 2,268.