($808+) Gilbert, AZ to Kansas City, MO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Kansas City, MO

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,191-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Kansas City, Missouri, with prices running from $2,340 - $8,970. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $309 - $2,060 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Gilbert and Kansas City are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Gilbert movers tend to run around $140 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,340 - $5,369
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,720 - $6,920
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,742 - $8,970

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 Gilbert to Kansas City.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Kansas City, MO

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Gilbert movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Kansas City, 72% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Gilbert to Kansas City?

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.

Moving container costs from Gilbert, AZ to Kansas City, MO

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Kansas City, Missouri, cost between $1,298 and $4,351. 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 Gilbert runs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Gilbert to Kansas City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,298 - $2,408
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,757 - $3,354
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,174 - $4,351

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 $721 in Gilbert, 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 $77 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $155 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 Kansas City, MO, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert to Kansas City?

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 Gilbert, AZ to Kansas City, MO

Renting a moving truck for the 1,191-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Kansas City, Missouri, costs between $768 and $2,080, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $390 - $446
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Gilbert daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Gilbert to Kansas City based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $768 - $1,494
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $839 - $1,795
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,044 - $2,080

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $390 - $446 for the 1,191-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 Gilbert, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $721.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,191-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $155 per night, adding $309 - $464 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $309.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Gilbert to Kansas City?

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 Gilbert, AZ to Kansas City, MO

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Gilbert, Arizona, to Kansas City, Missouri. 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 $927 and $2,791.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,134 - $2,058
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,285 - $2,791
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,865 - $3,623

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 $77 - $155 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 Gilbert, Arizona, typically costs $721.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert to Kansas City?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Gilbert, AZ vs Kansas City, MO

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