($713+) Lubbock, TX to Fontana, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lubbock, TX to Fontana, CA

Hiring full-service movers from Lubbock, Texas, to Fontana, California, costs between $2,137 and $8,314. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,060-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $289 - $1,924, 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 Lubbock and Fontana. For a rough baseline, movers based in Lubbock tend to start around $318 plus $148/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 Lubbock to Fontana:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,137 - $4,762
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,613 - $5,748
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,322 - $8,314

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 Lubbock to Fontana.

Specialty moving services from Lubbock, TX to Fontana, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 44% of Lubbock movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fontana, 52% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Lubbock to Fontana?

Look for California Moving & Storage Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in California beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Lubbock, TX to Fontana, CA

Moving containers from Lubbock, Texas, to Fontana, California, cost between $1,184 and $3,924. 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 Lubbock typically costs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Lubbock to Fontana:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,184 - $2,053
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,432 - $3,067
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,036 - $3,924

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 $673 in Lubbock, TX. 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 $72 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $144 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 Fontana, CA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Lubbock to Fontana?

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 Lubbock, TX to Fontana, CA

A rental truck for this 1,060-mile move from Lubbock, Texas, to Fontana, California, costs between $713 and $1,847. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $324 - $371
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Lubbock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lubbock to Fontana based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $713 - $1,276
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $704 - $1,564
• 4+ bedrooms: $921 - $1,847

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $144 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 Lubbock, Texas, usually costs about $673 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,060-mile drive falls between $324 and $371, 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 $48 and $289 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lubbock to Fontana?

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 Lubbock, TX to Fontana, CA

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Lubbock, Texas, to Fontana, California, 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 $1,183 and $2,526.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,012 - $1,965
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,183 - $2,526
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,646 - $3,108

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Lubbock, Texas, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $673.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $144 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Lubbock to Fontana?

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: Lubbock, TX vs Fontana, CA

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

For a move from Lubbock, TX, to Fontana, CA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,137 for a studio to $8,314 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,060-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,184 - $3,924. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $713 - $1,847, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,613 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include California Steel Industries and Fontana Unified.