($1,591+) Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA Movers
The cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA ranges from $1,455 to $12,587, with an average cost of $5,050. Moves can be as low as $1,591 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 2,994 miles and usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
Moving options from Long Beach to Boston fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,455 - $12,587 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $5,050, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 38% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 57% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 2,994 miles and typically takes 7 to 21 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,994-mile route from Long Beach to Boston, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,455 - $6,616 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($2,116 - $3,815), rental truck ($1,690 - $3,343), or freight trailer ($1,724 - $3,328). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $4,217 - $8,208 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $12,587.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,994-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Boston, Massachusetts, with costs ranging from $1,455 - $12,587. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $473 - $3,152. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Long Beach and Boston. Local movers in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Long Beach to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,455 - $6,616
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,217 - $8,208
- 4+ bedrooms: $8,413 - $12,587
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 Long Beach to Boston.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Massachusetts. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Boston, 76% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing78% of local movers | $788 - $7,880 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready56% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $315 - $1,891/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $473 - $3,782 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage13% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs54% of local movers | $1,576 - $4,728 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,940 - $15,760 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,180 - $2,243 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items31% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $1,576 - $3,940 |
| Piano | Any piano type41% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $1,261 - $5,516 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $473 - $2,364 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationally | $1,024 - $3,152 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $473 - $23,640+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $473 - $5,516+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Long Beach to Boston?
Look for Massachusetts Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Massachusetts beyond this list.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Long Beach, CA. 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 Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $2,116 and $7,415. 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 Long Beach runs about $90/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Long Beach to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,116 - $3,815
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,615 - $5,479
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,541 - $7,415
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $118 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $236 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
- Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $1,103 in Long Beach, CA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
- Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Boston, MA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Massachusetts 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 $2,116. 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 $2,615 - $5,479.
What are the best moving containers Long Beach to Boston?
- 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach:
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
- Meathead Movers (4.7/5), 24 years in business
- Best Fit Movers (4.8/5), 8 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
A rental truck for this 2,994-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Boston, Massachusetts, costs between $1,690 and $4,515. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,501 - $1,716
- Daily insurance: $47/day
- Equipment rentals: $11 - $32
- Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| 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 Long Beach to Boston based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,690 - $3,343
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,813 - $3,601
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,291 - $4,515
Pro tip: A rental truck from Long Beach to Boston looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $1,690 - $4,515. But once you factor in fuel ($1,501 - $1,716), overnight lodging ($236/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $118 and $552.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $236.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,501 and $1,716 for the 2,994-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $1,103 for 2 movers in Long Beach, California, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach to Boston?
- 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 Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
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 Long Beach, California, to Boston, Massachusetts. 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. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $2,113 and $4,383.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,724 - $3,328
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,113 - $4,383
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,035 - $6,291
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?
- 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 $118 and $236.
- 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 Long Beach, California, for roughly five hours typically average $1,103.
What are the best freight companies from Long Beach to Boston?
- 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.
- 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.
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: Long Beach, CA vs Boston, MA
Day-to-day costs in Boston are close to what you're used to in Long Beach: cost of living index of 151 versus 162, with average rent of $3,400/mo compared to $2,075/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 73/100 and 41.42/100 in Long Beach versus 98/100 and 60.12/100 in Boston.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Boston, MA to Long Beach, CA guide.
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Our take
For a move from Long Beach, CA, to Boston, MA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,455 for a studio to $12,587 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,994-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $2,116 - $7,415. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,690 - $4,515, 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 $4,217 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 General Electric and Fidelity Investments.
FAQs: Moving from Long Beach, CA, to Boston, MA
What is the cheapest way to move from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA?
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 $1,813 - $3,601. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
How much does it cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA?
Costs on this route range from around $1,591 to $12,587, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,455 and $12,587, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
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.
What do local movers charge in Long Beach?
Local movers based in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate, plus $75/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 Boston run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Massachusetts?
Moving companies in Massachusetts are required to obtain a license from the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities – Transportation Oversight Division to provide local and intrastate moving services in Massachusetts movers must carry adequate cargo insurance and publicly file their tariffs required to list the services they provide and the cost for each.
What percentage of Long Beach movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 41% of movers in Long Beach handle piano moves, and 31% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.