($796+) Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS Movers
The cost to move from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS ranges from $1,269 to $9,077, with an average cost of $3,400. Moves can be as low as $796 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 1,376 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 Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS
Moving options from Irvine to Wichita fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,269 - $9,077 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,400, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 41% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 67% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,376 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 1,376-mile route from Irvine to Wichita, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,269 - $4,712 | $1,245 - $2,543 | $846 - $1,571 | $1,238 - $2,113 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,847 - $6,545 | $1,690 - $3,380 | $933 - $1,964 | $1,405 - $2,677 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,767 - $9,077 | $2,226 - $4,681 | $1,129 - $2,234 | $1,744 - $3,672 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,376-mile move from Irvine, California, to Wichita, Kansas, with costs ranging from $1,269 - $9,077. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $397 - $2,644. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Irvine and Wichita. Local movers in Irvine typically start around $197 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Irvine to Wichita:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,269 - $4,712
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,847 - $6,545
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,767 - $9,077
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 Irvine to Wichita.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Kansas. 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 Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS
Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Wichita, 64% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing77% of local movers | $661 - $6,610 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready56% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: NorthStar Moving Company | $264 - $1,586/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $397 - $3,173 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage12% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs53% of local movers | $1,322 - $3,966 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,305 - $13,220 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $990 - $1,881 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items29% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: NorthStar Moving Company | $1,322 - $3,305 |
| Piano | Any piano type38% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: NorthStar Moving Company | $1,058 - $4,627 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $397 - $1,983 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect5% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Silicon Valley Moving and Storage (CA) | $859 - $2,644 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $397 - $19,830+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $397 - $4,627+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Wichita?
Look for Kansas Motor Carriers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Kansas beyond this list.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Irvine, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS
Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Wichita, Kansas, cost between $1,245 and $4,681. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Irvine typically runs around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Wichita:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,245 - $2,543
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,690 - $3,380
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,226 - $4,681
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $99 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $198 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 $925 in Irvine, 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 Wichita, KS, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Kansas 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 $1,245. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,690 - $3,380.
What are the best moving containers Irvine to Wichita?
- 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 Irvine 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 Irvine:
- Meathead Movers (4.7/5), 24 years in business
- Best Fit Movers (4.8/5), 8 years in business
- Maison Moving (4.6/5), 18 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,376 miles from Irvine, California, to Wichita, Kansas, running $846 - $2,234. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $579 - $661
- Daily insurance: $40/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
- Irvine 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 Irvine to Wichita based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $846 - $1,571
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $933 - $1,964
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,129 - $2,234
Pro tip: A rental truck from Irvine to Wichita looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $846 - $2,234. But once you factor in fuel ($579 - $661), overnight lodging ($198/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Irvine, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $925.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $579 - $661 for the 1,376-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $79 and $430, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $198 per night for hotel stops on the 1,376-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $397 - $595.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Wichita?
- 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 Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS
For larger DIY moves from Irvine, California, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Wichita, Kansas.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,405 and $2,677.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Irvine to Wichita:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,238 - $2,113
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,405 - $2,677
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,744 - $3,672
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?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Irvine, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $925.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $99 and $198 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Irvine to Wichita?
- 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.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Irvine to Wichita, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Wichita, KS
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Wichita, side by side with Irvine on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Irvine, CA | Wichita, KS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 165 | 83 |
| Average rent | $4,000/mo | $930/mo |
| Median home value | $1,113,305 | $179,630 |
| Average income | $129,647/yr | $63,072/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | 5.9% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 5.7% |
| Walkability score | 43/100 | 35/100 |
| Safety index | 68.99/100 | 50.81/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Moderate |
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 Wichita, KS to Irvine, CA guide.
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We've processed 10 real quotes from California to Kansas over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 1,154 movers in our California network to compare for this 1,376-mile move.
Our take
For a move from Irvine, CA, to Wichita, KS, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,269 for a studio to $9,077 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,376-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,245 - $4,681. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $846 - $2,234, 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 $2,847 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 Koch Industries and Spirit AeroSystems.
FAQs: Moving from Irvine, CA, to Wichita, KS
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
How much does it cost to move from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS?
Costs on this route range from around $796 to $9,077, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,269 and $9,077, 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 is the cheapest way to move from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS?
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 $933 - $1,964. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($579 - $661), daily insurance ($40/day), and equipment rentals ($9 - $26) on top. Overnight stops can add another $198/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How long does a move from Irvine, CA to Wichita, KS take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 3 to 8 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, 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 percentage of Irvine movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 38% of movers in Irvine handle piano moves, and 29% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.