($844+) Fontana, CA to Fort Worth, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Fontana, CA to Fort Worth, TX

Hiring full-service movers from Fontana, California, to Fort Worth, Texas, costs between $1,232 and $8,657. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,358-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $337 - $2,244, 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 Fontana and Fort Worth. For a rough baseline, movers based in Fontana tend to start around $259 plus $110/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 Fontana to Fort Worth:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,232 - $5,008
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,745 - $6,329
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,672 - $8,657

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 Fontana to Fort Worth.

Specialty moving services from Fontana, CA to Fort Worth, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 53% of Fontana movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fort Worth, 53% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Fontana, CA to Fort Worth, TX

Moving containers from Fontana, California, to Fort Worth, Texas, cost between $1,301 and $4,736. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Fontana runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,301 - $2,404
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,628 - $3,424
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,279 - $4,736

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 $785 in Fontana, 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 $84 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $168 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 Fort Worth, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Fontana to Fort Worth?

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 Fontana, CA to Fort Worth, TX

A rental truck for this 1,358-mile move from Fontana, California, to Fort Worth, Texas, costs between $878 and $2,412. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $485 - $554
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Fontana daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.39

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $878 - $1,550
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $930 - $1,824
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,125 - $2,412

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 $84 and $393.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $168.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $485 and $554 for the 1,358-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 $785 for 2 movers in Fontana, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Fontana to Fort Worth?

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 Fontana, CA to Fort Worth, TX

For larger DIY moves from Fontana, 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 Fort Worth, Texas.

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 $1,329 and $2,738.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,207 - $2,230
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,329 - $2,738
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,787 - $3,570

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 Fontana, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $785.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $84 and $168 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Fontana to Fort Worth?

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: Fontana, CA vs Fort Worth, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Fort Worth, side by side with Fontana 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 Fontana, CA, to Fort Worth, TX, 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 $1,232 - $8,657 on the 1,358-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,301 - $4,736 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $878 - $2,412 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,745 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 Fort Worth tend to point to quality education and ample economic opportunity, though tornadoes and allergy-inducing pollen come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include AMR/American Airlines and Texas Health Resources.