($1,690+) Bridgeport, CT to Irvine, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Bridgeport, CT to Irvine, CA

For the 2,845-mile move from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Irvine, California, full-service movers cost between $2,527 and $11,727. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $448 - $2,988 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Bridgeport generally start around $272 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,527 - $5,742
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,809 - $8,041
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,314 - $11,727

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 Bridgeport to Irvine.

Specialty moving services from Bridgeport, CT to Irvine, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Bridgeport movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Irvine, 85% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the California Moving & Storage Association, the group most California 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 Bridgeport, CT to Irvine, CA

Moving containers from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Irvine, California, cost between $2,125 and $7,487. 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 Bridgeport costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,125 - $4,057
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,730 - $5,321
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,512 - $7,487

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $112 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $224 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 $1,046 in Bridgeport, CT, 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 Irvine, CA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Bridgeport to Irvine?

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 Bridgeport, CT to Irvine, CA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,845 miles from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Irvine, California, running $1,640 - $4,883. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,352 - $1,546
• Daily insurance: $45/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $30
• Bridgeport daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,640 - $3,245
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,866 - $3,788
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,247 - $4,883

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 $112 and $523.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $224.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,352 and $1,546 for the 2,845-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 $1,046 for 2 movers in Bridgeport, Connecticut, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Bridgeport, CT to Irvine, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Irvine, California. 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 $1,345 and $4,566.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,766 - $3,475
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,184 - $4,566
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,985 - $5,869

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 Bridgeport, Connecticut, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,046.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $112 and $224 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Bridgeport to Irvine?

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. William B Meyer, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): William B Meyer, Inc. 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: Bridgeport, CT vs Irvine, CA

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