($1,382+) Irvine, CA to Augusta, GA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Augusta, GA

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,314-mile move from Irvine, California, to Augusta, Georgia, with prices running from $1,356 - $12,833. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $393 - $2,620 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Irvine and Augusta are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Irvine movers tend to run around $197 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Irvine to Augusta:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,356 - $6,003
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,928 - $7,667
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,027 - $12,833

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 Augusta.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Augusta, GA

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Augusta, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Augusta?

Look for Georgia Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Georgia 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 Irvine, CA to Augusta, GA

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Augusta, Georgia, cost between $1,825 and $6,504. 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 Irvine costs roughly $110/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Augusta:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,825 - $3,486
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,317 - $4,652
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,311 - $6,504

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 $917 in Irvine, CA. 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 $98 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $197 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 Augusta, GA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Irvine to Augusta?

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 Irvine, CA to Augusta, GA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,314 miles from Irvine, California, to Augusta, Georgia, running $1,368 - $3,706. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $965 - $1,102
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irvine to Augusta based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,368 - $2,698
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,437 - $3,117
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,815 - $3,706

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $98 and $459.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $197.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $965 and $1,102 for the 2,314-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $917 for 2 movers in Irvine, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Augusta?

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 Irvine, CA to Augusta, GA

If you're moving a larger household from Irvine, 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 Augusta, Georgia.

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 $1,946 and $3,876.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,675 - $3,075
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,946 - $3,876
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,443 - $4,993

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 $98 - $197 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 Irvine, California, typically costs $917.

What are the best freight companies from Irvine to Augusta?

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. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling 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: Irvine, CA vs Augusta, GA

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