($886+) Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK Movers
The cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK ranges from $1,285 to $9,497, with an average cost of $3,700. Moves can be as low as $886 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 1,445 miles and usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK
Moving options from Long Beach to Tulsa fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,285 - $9,497 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,700, 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 1,445 miles and typically takes 3 to 8 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,445-mile route from Long Beach to Tulsa, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,285 - $5,495 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,397 - $2,586), rental truck ($904 - $1,698), or freight trailer ($1,270 - $2,281). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $3,063 - $7,218 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $9,497.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK
Full-service movers for the 1,445-mile relocation from Long Beach, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,285 and $9,497. 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 $394 - $2,624, 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 Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,285 - $5,495
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,063 - $7,218
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,327 - $9,497
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 Tulsa.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Oklahoma. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK
Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tulsa, 88% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $656 - $6,560 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready87% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $262 - $1,574/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $394 - $3,149 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage40% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,312 - $3,936 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,280 - $13,120 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $983 - $1,867 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,312 - $3,280 |
| Piano | Any piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,050 - $4,592 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling39% of local movers | $394 - $1,968 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $853 - $2,624 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $394 - $19,680+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $394 - $4,592+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Long Beach to Tulsa?
Movers licensed to operate in Oklahoma are typically members of the Oklahoma Trucking Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Long Beach, CA. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK
Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,397 and $5,010. 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 Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,397 - $2,586
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,730 - $3,502
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,426 - $5,010
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Long Beach, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $918, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $98 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $197 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Long Beach, CA, and Tulsa, OK, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Oklahoma 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 $1,397. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,730 - $3,502, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Long Beach to Tulsa?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- 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 Tulsa, OK
Plan on $904 - $2,543 for a rental moving truck on the 1,445-mile route from Long Beach, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $603 - $689
- Daily insurance: $39/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
- Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Long Beach to Tulsa based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $904 - $1,698
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,018 - $2,061
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,208 - $2,543
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $904 - $2,543 when pricing out a rental truck from Long Beach to Tulsa. Fuel alone runs ($603 - $689) , and overnight lodging ($197/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $197 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 Long Beach, California, usually costs about $918 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 1,445-mile drive falls between $603 and $689, 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 $66 and $394 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach to Tulsa?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Tulsa, OK
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Long Beach, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,399 and $2,860.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,270 - $2,281
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,399 - $2,860
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,980 - $4,009
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $98 - $197 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Long Beach, California, for about five hours typically runs $918.
What are the best freight companies from Long Beach to Tulsa?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Tulsa quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Long Beach, CA vs Tulsa, OK
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tulsa, side by side with Long Beach on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Long Beach, CA | Tulsa, OK |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 162 | 85 |
| Average rent | $2,075/mo | $1,199/mo |
| Median home value | $762,188 | $187,761 |
| Average income | $83,969/yr | $58,407/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 5.2% | 4.7% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 4.75% |
| Walkability score | 73/100 | 39/100 |
| Safety index | 41.42/100 | 48.06/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
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Our take
A move from Long Beach, CA, to Tulsa, OK, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,285 - $9,497 on the 1,445-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,397 - $5,010, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $904 - $2,543. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,063 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Imperial and Hilti.
FAQs: Moving from Long Beach, CA, to Tulsa, OK
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($603 - $689), daily insurance ($39/day), and equipment rentals ($9 - $26) on top. Overnight stops can add another $197/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Tulsa?
Tulsa has a walkability score of 39 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 47, compared to 73 and 70 in Long Beach. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK?
Costs on this route range from around $1,285 to $9,497, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,285 and $9,497, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Long Beach, CA to Tulsa, OK?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
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 Tulsa 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.
