($623+) Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR Movers

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The cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR ranges from $1,263 to $7,968, with an average cost of $3,150. Moves can be as low as $623 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 879 miles and usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

Compare moving options from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR

Moving options from Long Beach to Eugene fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,263 - $7,968 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,150, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 879 miles and typically takes 2 to 7 days depending on the service you pick.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 879-mile route from Long Beach to Eugene, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,263 - $4,612 $1,162 - $2,108 $598 - $1,140 $1,079 - $1,916
2 - 3 bedrooms $2,619 - $6,388 $1,435 - $2,957 $678 - $1,369 $1,220 - $2,271
4+ bedrooms $4,266 - $7,968 $2,111 - $4,026 $851 - $1,784 $1,576 - $3,129

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR

Full-service movers for the 879-mile relocation from Long Beach, California, to Eugene, Oregon, cost between $1,263 and $7,968. 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 $420 - $2,800, 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 Long Beach typically charge a base rate around $162 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Long Beach to Eugene:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,263 - $4,612
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,619 - $6,388
  • 4+ bedrooms: $4,266 - $7,968

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 Long Beach to Eugene.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Oregon. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.

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Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Eugene, 86% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$700 - $7,000
Storage in transitNew place not ready87% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$280 - $1,680/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$420 - $3,360
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage40% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers$1,400 - $4,200
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$3,500 - $14,000
Car shippingSecond vehicle$1,049 - $1,992
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$1,400 - $3,500
PianoAny piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$1,120 - $4,900
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling39% of local movers$420 - $2,100
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$910 - $2,800
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$420 - $21,000+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$420 - $4,900+

What are the best full-service movers from Long Beach to Eugene?

Movers licensed to operate in Oregon are typically members of the Oregon 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.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Long Beach, CA. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.

Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR

Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Eugene, Oregon, cost between $1,162 and $4,026. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Long Beach costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Long Beach to Eugene:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,162 - $2,108
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,435 - $2,957
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,111 - $4,026

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $105 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $210 per month.
  • Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Eugene, OR, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
  • Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $980 in Long Beach, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Oregon move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.

Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,162. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,435 - $2,957, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Long Beach to Eugene?

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

Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Long Beach to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Long Beach:

  • Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
  • Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
  • Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR

Truck rentals from Long Beach, California, to Eugene, Oregon, range from $598 - $1,784 for the 879-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

  • Fuel for the drive: $392 - $447
  • Daily insurance: $42/day
  • Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
  • Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Long Beach to Eugene based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $598 - $1,140
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $678 - $1,369
  • 4+ bedrooms: $851 - $1,784

Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Long Beach to Eugene starts at $598 - $1,784, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($392 - $447) , overnight lodging ($210/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Gas: Fuel adds $392 - $447 for the 879-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
  • Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Long Beach, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $980.
  • Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
  • Lodging: The 879-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $210 per night, adding $420 - $630 in hotel costs total.
  • Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $70 and $420.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach to Eugene?

  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 Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR

If you're moving a larger household from Long Beach, California, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Eugene, Oregon.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,220 and $2,271.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Eugene:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,079 - $1,916
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,220 - $2,271
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,576 - $3,129

Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.

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 $105 - $210 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Long Beach, California, for about five hours typically runs $980.

What are the best freight companies from Long Beach to Eugene?

  1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
  2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
  3. Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Long Beach to Eugene. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.

Cost of living: Long Beach, CA vs Eugene, OR

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

Measure Long Beach, CA Eugene, OR
Cost of living index162107
Average rent$2,075/mo$1,596/mo
Median home value$762,188$433,996
Average income$83,969/yr$63,836/yr
Unemployment rate5.2%6.3%
State income taxUp to 13.3%Up to 9.9%
Walkability score73/10046/100
Safety index41.42/10054.24/100
Air qualityGoodGood

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

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Eugene, OR to Long Beach, CA guide.

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Long Beach, CA, to Eugene, OR, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,263 - $7,968 on the 879-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,162 - $4,026 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $598 - $1,784 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,619 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Hynix Semiconductor Manufacturing America Inc and Bi-Mart.

FAQs: Moving from Long Beach, CA, to Eugene, OR

Is Eugene a safe place to live?

Eugene has a safety index of 54.24 out of 100 and a crime index of 6.0, compared to 41.42 and 58.58 in Long Beach. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What is the cheapest way to move from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR?

Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $678 - $1,369. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

What are the best neighborhoods in Eugene?

For families, Jefferson Westside, West Eugene, and Santa Clara are worth a look in Eugene. If you're moving solo or without kids, West University, Whiteaker, and Downtown tend to be popular picks instead.

How long does a move from Long Beach, CA to Eugene, OR take?

Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.

What do local movers charge in Long Beach?

Local movers based in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate, plus $75/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Eugene run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

What percentage of Long Beach movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 79% of movers in Long Beach handle piano moves, and 67% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.