($1,288+) Gilbert, AZ to Arlington, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Arlington, VA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,284-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Arlington, Virginia, with costs ranging from $2,704 - $11,706. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $400 - $2,668. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Gilbert and Arlington. Local movers in Gilbert typically start around $140 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,704 - $5,691
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,833 - $8,045
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,129 - $11,706

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 Arlington.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Arlington, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Gilbert movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Arlington, 94% of movers offer the same service.

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

Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Virginia, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Gilbert, AZ to Arlington, VA

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Arlington, Virginia, cost between $1,813 and $6,196. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Gilbert typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,813 - $3,326
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,417 - $4,765
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,321 - $6,196

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 $934 in Gilbert, AZ. 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 $100 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $200 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 Arlington, VA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert to Arlington?

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 Arlington, VA

Truck rentals from Gilbert, Arizona, to Arlington, Virginia, range from $1,329 - $3,861 for the 2,284-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $969 - $1,108
• Daily insurance: $40/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• 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 Arlington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,329 - $2,594
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,511 - $3,024
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,926 - $3,861

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 $934.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $969 - $1,108 for the 2,284-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 $80 and $434, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $200 per night for hotel stops on the 2,284-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $400 - $600.

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

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 Arlington, VA

For larger DIY moves from Gilbert, Arizona, 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 Arlington, Virginia.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,952 and $3,850.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,600 - $2,931
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,952 - $3,850
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,683 - $5,164

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 Gilbert, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $934.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $100 and $200 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert to Arlington?

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. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport 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: Gilbert, AZ vs Arlington, VA

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