($1,115+) Gilbert, AZ to Columbus, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Columbus, OH

Full-service movers for the 1,861-mile relocation from Gilbert, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio, cost between $2,356 and $10,563. 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 $313 - $2,084, 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 Gilbert typically charge a base rate around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,356 - $5,503
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,367 - $7,409
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,276 - $10,563

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 Columbus.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Columbus, OH

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Gilbert movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Columbus, 70% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Ohio Association of Movers, the group most Ohio movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Gilbert, AZ to Columbus, OH

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio, cost between $1,576 and $5,566. 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 Gilbert costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,576 - $2,780
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,999 - $3,893
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,814 - $5,566

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Gilbert, AZ and Columbus, OH. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $729 in Gilbert, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $156 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert to Columbus?

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 Columbus, OH

A rental truck for this 1,861-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio, costs between $1,115 and $2,946. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $617 - $705
• 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 Columbus based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,115 - $2,169
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,172 - $2,382
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,464 - $2,946

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Gilbert, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $729.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $617 - $705 for the 1,861-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 $63 and $339, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $156 per night for hotel stops on the 1,861-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $313 - $469.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Gilbert to Columbus?

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 Columbus, OH

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Gilbert, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio. 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 $938 and $3,342.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,405 - $2,659
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,631 - $3,342
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,251 - $4,409

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Gilbert, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $729.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $78 - $156 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 Gilbert to Columbus?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Gilbert, AZ vs Columbus, OH

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Columbus, 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.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Gilbert, AZ, to Columbus, OH, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,356 - $10,563 on the 1,861-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,576 - $5,566 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,115 - $2,946 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,367 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Columbus tend to point to low cost of living and delicious food, though bad drivers and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Ohio State University and The State of Ohio.