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Moving from Olympia, WA, to Fontana, CA, runs anywhere from $730 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,349 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,121 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

  • Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,416, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $9,349 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,290 - $4,512, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $730 - $2,012.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Olympia, WA, to Fontana, CA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,084 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Olympia, WA to Fontana, CA

Moving options from Olympia to Fontana fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $3,084 - $7,312 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,121-mile route typically takes 2 to 8 days door to door.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,121-mile route from Olympia to Fontana, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $2,416 - $5,490 $1,290 - $2,245 $730 - $1,489 $1,149 - $2,125
2 - 3 bedrooms $3,084 - $7,312 $1,547 - $3,125 $846 - $1,602 $1,263 - $2,630
4+ bedrooms $4,995 - $9,349 $2,245 - $4,512 $1,003 - $2,012 $1,814 - $3,541

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Olympia, WA to Fontana, CA

Hiring full-service movers from Olympia, Washington, to Fontana, California, costs between $2,416 and $9,349. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,121-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $344 - $2,296, 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 Olympia and Fontana. For a rough baseline, movers based in Olympia tend to start around $296 plus $133/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 Olympia to Fontana:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,416 - $5,490
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,084 - $7,312
  • 4+ bedrooms: $4,995 - $9,349

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 Olympia to Fontana.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Washington to California. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.

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Specialty moving services from Olympia, WA to Fontana, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Olympia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Fontana, 85% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$574 - $5,740
Storage in transitNew place not ready97% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: All Ready Moving & Storage$230 - $1,378/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$344 - $2,755
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage27% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs30% of local movers$1,148 - $3,444
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,870 - $11,480
Car shippingSecond vehicle$860 - $1,634
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items58% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: All Ready Moving & Storage$1,148 - $2,870
PianoAny piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: All Ready Moving & Storage$918 - $4,018
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling45% of local movers$344 - $1,722
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect33% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Mountain Moving & Storage$746 - $2,296
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$344 - $17,220+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$344 - $4,018+

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

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.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Olympia, WA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Olympia, WA to Fontana, CA

Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Fontana, California, cost between $1,290 and $4,512. 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 Olympia runs about $100/month.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,290 - $2,245
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,547 - $3,125
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,245 - $4,512

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Olympia, WA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $804, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $86 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $172 per month.
  • Access: Most major container companies serve both Olympia, WA, and Fontana, CA, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
  • Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Washington to California move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.

Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,290. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,547 - $3,125, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Olympia to Fontana?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Olympia to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Olympia:

  • All Ready Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 22 years in business
  • College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 8 years in business
  • Mountain Moving & Storage (4.6/5), 63 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Olympia, WA to Fontana, CA

Renting a moving truck for the 1,121-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Fontana, California, costs between $730 and $2,012, before these typical add-ons:

  • Fuel for the drive: $409 - $468
  • Daily insurance: $34/day
  • Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
  • Olympia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.59
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $730 - $1,489
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $846 - $1,602
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,003 - $2,012

Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $730 - $2,012 does not include fuel ($409 - $468) , lodging ($172/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Olympia to Fontana typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
  • Lodging: Budget around $172 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
  • Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Olympia, Washington, usually costs about $804 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
  • Gas: Fuel for the 1,121-mile drive falls between $409 and $468, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
  • Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $57 and $344 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia to Fontana?

  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 Olympia, WA to Fontana, CA

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Olympia, Washington, to Fontana, California. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,263 and $2,630.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,149 - $2,125
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,263 - $2,630
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,814 - $3,541

Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.

What other costs come with freight trailers?

  • Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
  • More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $86 - $172 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Olympia, Washington, for about five hours typically runs $804.

What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Fontana?

  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.
  3. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.

Cost of living: Olympia, WA vs Fontana, CA

There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Olympia and Fontana to plan around. Cost of living index: 112 vs. 119. Average rent: $1,895/mo vs. $3,000/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 39 vs. 37. Safety index: 62.25 vs. 68.35.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Fontana, CA to Olympia, WA guide.

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Our take

For a move from Olympia, WA, to Fontana, CA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,416 for a studio to $9,349 for a 4 - 5 bedroom home on the 1,121-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,290 - $4,512. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $730 - $2,012, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,084 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include California Steel Industries and Fontana Unified.

FAQs: Moving from Olympia, WA, to Fontana, CA

What do local movers charge in Olympia?

Local movers based in Olympia typically start around $296 as a base rate, plus $133/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Fontana run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

How do I know a mover is licensed in California?

When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice.

What are the best neighborhoods in Fontana?

For families, Sierra Lakes, Hunter's Ridge, and Southridge Village are worth a look in Fontana. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown Fontana, North Fontana, and Rancho Fontana tend to be popular picks instead.

How walkable is Fontana?

Fontana has a walkability score of 37 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 41, compared to 39 and 59 in Olympia. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.

Is Fontana a safe place to live?

Fontana has a safety index of 68.35 out of 100 and a crime index of 31.65, compared to 62.25 and 27.95 in Olympia. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What percentage of Olympia movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 79% of movers in Olympia handle piano moves, and 58% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.