($1,157+) Columbus, OH to Gilbert, AZ Movers

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

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,862-mile move from Columbus, Ohio, to Gilbert, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,439 - $11,050. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $299 - $1,996. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Columbus and Gilbert. Local movers in Columbus typically start around $325 as a base rate plus $145/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,439 - $5,596
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,631 - $8,067
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,768 - $11,050

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 Columbus to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Columbus, OH to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Columbus movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Gilbert, 85% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Arizona Moving Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Arizona 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 Columbus, OH to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Columbus, Ohio, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,603 and $5,831. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Columbus typically runs around $65/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,603 - $3,125
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,135 - $4,036
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,834 - $5,831

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Columbus, OH and Gilbert, AZ. 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 $699 in Columbus, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $75 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $150 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 Columbus to Gilbert?

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 Columbus, OH to Gilbert, AZ

Truck rentals from Columbus, Ohio, to Gilbert, Arizona, range from $1,146 - $3,214 for the 1,862-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $591 - $676
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Columbus daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Columbus to Gilbert based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,146 - $2,251
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,264 - $2,548
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,580 - $3,214

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $591 - $676 for the 1,862-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Columbus, Ohio, for about 5 hours typically costs around $699.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,862-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $150 per night, adding $299 - $449 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $50 and $299.

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

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 Columbus, OH to Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Columbus, Ohio, to Gilbert, Arizona, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,742 and $3,467.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,458 - $2,621
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,742 - $3,467
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,268 - $4,573

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 Columbus, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $699.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $75 and $150 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Columbus to Gilbert?

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. THE Sygma Network (4.5/5 stars): THE Sygma Network 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: Columbus, OH vs Gilbert, AZ

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