($1,684+) Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA Movers
The cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA ranges from $1,480 to $13,603, with an average cost of $5,450. Moves can be as low as $1,684 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 $1,480 - $13,603 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $5,450, and movers handle 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 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:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,480 - $6,795, container $2,196 - $4,037, rental truck $1,787 - $3,402, freight trailer $1,939 - $3,744.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $4,640 - $8,778, container $2,794 - $5,912, rental truck $1,918 - $3,931, freight trailer $2,235 - $4,730.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $8,059 - $13,603, container $3,861 - $7,611, rental truck $2,306 - $4,730, freight trailer $3,179 - $6,591.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,994-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Boston, Massachusetts, with prices running from $1,480 - $13,603. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $473 - $3,152 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Long Beach and Boston are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Long Beach movers tend to run around $162 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Long Beach to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,480 - $6,795
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,640 - $8,778
- 4+ bedrooms: $8,059 - $13,603
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: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA
Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boston, 96% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $788 - $7,880 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready87% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $315 - $1,891/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $473 - $3,782 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage40% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% 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 items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,576 - $3,940 |
| Piano | Any piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,261 - $5,516 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling39% of local movers | $473 - $2,364 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $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?
Movers licensed to operate in Massachusetts are typically members of the Massachusetts Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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 $2,196 and $7,611. 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: $2,196 - $4,037
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,794 - $5,912
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,861 - $7,611
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 $2,196. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,794 - $5,912, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
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:
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
- Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
- Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 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 $1,787 and $4,730. 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: $1,787 - $3,402
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,918 - $3,931
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,306 - $4,730
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $1,787 - $4,730 does not include fuel ($1,501 - $1,716) , lodging ($236/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Long Beach to Boston typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $236 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 $102 and $512 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $1,501 - $1,716 in fuel for the 2,994-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,103 in Long Beach, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
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 well suited for larger moves from Long Beach, California, to Boston, Massachusetts, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $2,235 and $4,730.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,939 - $3,744
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,235 - $4,730
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,179 - $6,591
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
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 $118 - $236 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Long Beach, California, for about five hours typically runs $1,103.
What are the best freight companies from Long Beach to Boston?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
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
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Long Beach and Boston to plan around. Cost of living index: 162 vs. 151. Average rent: $2,075/mo vs. $3,400/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 73 vs. 98. Safety index: 41.42 vs. 60.12.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Boston, MA to Long Beach, CA guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from California to Massachusetts 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 374 movers in our California network to compare for this 2,994-mile move.
Our take
A move from Long Beach, CA, to Boston, MA, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,480 - $13,603 on the 2,994-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $2,196 - $7,611, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,787 - $4,730. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $4,640 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live 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 are some tips for saving money on a move from Long Beach, CA to Boston, MA?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
Is Boston a safe place to live?
Boston has a safety index of 60.12 out of 100 and a crime index of 39.88, compared to 41.42 and 58.58 in Long Beach. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
How walkable is Boston?
Boston has a walkability score of 98 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 86, compared to 73 and 70 in Long Beach. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What are the best neighborhoods in Boston?
For families, Charlestown, East Boston, and Hyde Park are worth a look in Boston. If you're moving solo or without kids, Allston-Brighton, Back Bay-Beacon Hill, and East Boston tend to be popular picks instead.
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 79% of movers in Long Beach handle piano moves, and 67% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
