($667+) Portland, OR to Fontana, CA Movers
Moving from Portland, OR, to Fontana, CA, runs anywhere from $667 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,399 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,007 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 $2,303, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,399 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,184 - $4,029, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $667 - $1,759.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Portland, OR, to Fontana, CA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,952 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Portland, OR to Fontana, CA
Moving options from Portland to Fontana fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,952 - $7,017 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 49% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 75% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,007-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 1,007-mile route from Portland to Fontana, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $2,303 - $5,128 with full-service movers, $1,184 - $2,118 with a container, $667 - $1,304 with a rental truck, or $1,025 - $1,849 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $2,952 - $7,017 full-service, $1,495 - $2,915 by container, $735 - $1,534 by rental truck, or $1,219 - $2,308 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $4,837 - $8,399 full-service, $2,076 - $4,029 by container, $843 - $1,759 by rental truck, or $1,645 - $3,006 by freight.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Portland, OR to Fontana, CA
For the 1,007-mile move from Portland, Oregon, to Fontana, California, full-service movers cost between $2,303 and $8,399. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $373 - $2,488 (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 Portland generally start around $278 plus $130 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Portland to Fontana:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,303 - $5,128
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,952 - $7,017
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,837 - $8,399
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 Portland to Fontana.
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 Portland, OR to Fontana, CA
Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fontana, 52% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing73% of local movers | $622 - $6,220 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready59% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: All Service Moving | $249 - $1,493/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $373 - $2,986 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage17% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs56% of local movers | $1,244 - $3,732 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,110 - $12,440 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $932 - $1,770 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items26% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: All Service Moving | $1,244 - $3,110 |
| Piano | Any piano type32% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: You Move Me | $995 - $4,354 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $373 - $1,866 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect11% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Cal's Moving Help LLC (OR) | $809 - $2,488 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $373 - $18,660+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $373 - $4,354+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Portland to Fontana?
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- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Portland, OR. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Portland, OR to Fontana, CA
Moving containers from Portland, Oregon, to Fontana, California, cost between $1,184 and $4,029. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Portland costs roughly $100/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Portland to Fontana:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,184 - $2,118
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,495 - $2,915
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,076 - $4,029
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $93 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $187 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Fontana, 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 $871 in Portland, OR. 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Oregon 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 $1,184. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,495 - $2,915.
What are the best moving containers Portland to Fontana?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- 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 Portland 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 Portland:
- 2 Brothers Moving & Delivery (4.9/5), 18 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.6/5), 12 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 9 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Portland, OR to Fontana, CA
A rental truck for this 1,007-mile move from Portland, Oregon, to Fontana, California, costs between $667 and $1,759. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $399 - $456
- Daily insurance: $37/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
- Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.19
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Portland to Fontana based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $667 - $1,304
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $735 - $1,534
- 4+ bedrooms: $843 - $1,759
Pro tip: The base rate of $667 - $1,759 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Portland to Fontana. Fuel ($399 - $456), lodging at around $187/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $187 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $81 and $404 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $399 - $456 in fuel for the 1,007-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $871 in Portland, Oregon, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland to Fontana?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Portland, OR to Fontana, CA
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Portland, Oregon, to Fontana, California, 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. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,219 and $2,308.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Portland to Fontana:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,025 - $1,849
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,219 - $2,308
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,645 - $3,006
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $93 and $187.
- 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 Portland, Oregon, for roughly five hours typically average $871.
What are the best freight companies from Portland to Fontana?
- 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.
- 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.
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: Portland, OR vs Fontana, CA
Day-to-day costs in Fontana are close to what you're used to in Portland: cost of living index of 119 versus 128, with average rent of $3,000/mo compared to $1,530/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 81/100 and 42.63/100 in Portland versus 37/100 and 68.35/100 in Fontana.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Fontana, CA to Portland, OR guide.
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We've processed 10 real quotes from Oregon to California over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 122 movers in our Oregon network to compare for this 1,007-mile move.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Portland, OR, to Fontana, CA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,303 - $8,399 on the 1,007-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,184 - $4,029 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $667 - $1,759 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,952 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include California Steel Industries and Fontana Unified.
FAQs: Moving from Portland, OR, to Fontana, CA
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 is the best time of year to move from Portland, OR to Fontana, CA?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
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 42.63 and 57.37 in Portland. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from Portland, OR to Fontana, CA?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $735 - $1,534. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of Portland movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 32% of movers in Portland handle piano moves, and 26% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.