($1,102+) Fontana, CA to Memphis, TN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Fontana, CA to Memphis, TN

Hiring full-service movers from Fontana, California, to Memphis, Tennessee, costs between $1,379 and $10,662. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,746-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $317 - $2,116, 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 Fontana and Memphis. For a rough baseline, movers based in Fontana tend to start around $259 plus $110/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 Fontana to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,379 - $5,701
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,242 - $7,508
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,271 - $10,662

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 Fontana to Memphis.

Specialty moving services from Fontana, CA to Memphis, TN

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Fontana movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Memphis, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Fontana, CA to Memphis, TN

Moving containers from Fontana, California, to Memphis, Tennessee, cost between $1,609 and $5,315. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Memphis. If you go over that window, storage in Fontana adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,609 - $3,035
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,979 - $4,287
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,592 - $5,315

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 $741 in Fontana, CA. 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 $79 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $159 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 Memphis, TN, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Fontana to Memphis?

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 Fontana, CA to Memphis, TN

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,746 miles from Fontana, California, to Memphis, Tennessee, running $1,081 - $3,114. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $588 - $672
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Fontana daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.39

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,081 - $2,099
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,203 - $2,375
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,488 - $3,114

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $159 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 Fontana, California, usually costs about $741 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,746-mile drive falls between $588 and $672, 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 $53 and $317 to your total.

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

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 Fontana, CA to Memphis, TN

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Fontana, California, to Memphis, Tennessee. 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 $952 and $3,234.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,434 - $2,678
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,647 - $3,234
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,117 - $4,296

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $79 and $159.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Fontana, California, for roughly five hours typically average $741.

What are the best freight companies from Fontana to Memphis?

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. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling 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: Fontana, CA vs Memphis, TN

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