($1,139+) Minneapolis, MN to Lancaster, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Lancaster, CA

For the 1,909-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Lancaster, California, full-service movers cost between $2,390 and $11,446. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $387 - $2,580 (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 Minneapolis generally start around $240 plus $109 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,390 - $5,242
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,435 - $7,604
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,375 - $11,446

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 Minneapolis to Lancaster.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Lancaster, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 69% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lancaster, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Minneapolis to Lancaster?

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Minneapolis, MN to Lancaster, CA

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Lancaster, California, cost between $1,549 and $5,536. 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 Minneapolis typically costs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Minneapolis to Lancaster:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,549 - $2,992
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,963 - $4,192
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,659 - $5,536

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $97 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $194 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Lancaster, CA, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $903 in Minneapolis, MN. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Minneapolis to Lancaster?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Lancaster, CA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,909 miles from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Lancaster, California, running $1,139 - $3,134. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $784 - $895
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis to Lancaster based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,139 - $2,130
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,161 - $2,584
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,495 - $3,134

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $194 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, usually costs about $903 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,909-mile drive falls between $784 and $895, 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 $65 and $387 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis to Lancaster?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Lancaster, CA

For larger DIY moves from Minneapolis, Minnesota, 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 Lancaster, California.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,665 and $3,093.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,393 - $2,536
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,665 - $3,093
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,279 - $4,210

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $97 - $194 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, typically costs $903.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Lancaster?

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.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN vs Lancaster, CA

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

Our take

The 1,909-mile move from Minneapolis, MN, to Lancaster, CA, costs between $2,390 and $11,446 with full-service movers, $1,549 - $5,536 with a moving container, and $1,139 - $3,134 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,435 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Antelope Valley Hospital and Antelope Valley Union High School District.