($1,201+) Anaheim, CA to Montgomery, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Anaheim, CA to Montgomery, AL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,066-mile move from Anaheim, California, to Montgomery, Alabama, with costs ranging from $1,365 - $11,675. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $392 - $2,612. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Anaheim and Montgomery. Local movers in Anaheim typically start around $182 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,365 - $5,690
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,446 - $7,925
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,066 - $11,675

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 Anaheim to Montgomery.

Specialty moving services from Anaheim, CA to Montgomery, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 84% of Anaheim movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Montgomery, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Anaheim to Montgomery?

All three below meet the standards set by the Alabama Trucking Association, the group most Alabama 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 Anaheim, CA to Montgomery, AL

Moving containers from Anaheim, California, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $1,694 and $6,095. 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 Anaheim runs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Anaheim to Montgomery:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,694 - $3,058
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,169 - $4,694
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,913 - $6,095

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Anaheim, CA and Montgomery, AL. 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 $914 in Anaheim, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $98 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $196 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 Anaheim to Montgomery?

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 Anaheim, CA to Montgomery, AL

Plan on $1,213 - $3,554 for a rental moving truck on the 2,066-mile route from Anaheim, California, to Montgomery, Alabama. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $859 - $981
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Anaheim daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Anaheim to Montgomery based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,213 - $2,509
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,287 - $2,873
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,692 - $3,554

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $196 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $85 and $424 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $859 - $981 in fuel for the 2,066-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $914 in Anaheim, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Anaheim to Montgomery?

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 Anaheim, CA to Montgomery, AL

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Anaheim, California, to Montgomery, Alabama. 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 $1,175 and $3,684.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,586 - $2,840
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,841 - $3,684
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,354 - $4,730

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Anaheim, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $914.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $98 - $196 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 Anaheim to Montgomery?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Anaheim, CA vs Montgomery, AL

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