($1,747+) Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT Movers

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The cost to move from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT ranges from $1,410 to $13,497, with an average cost of $4,950. Moves can be as low as $1,747 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 2,913 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.

Compare moving options from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT

Moving options from Bakersfield to Burlington fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,410 - $13,497 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,950, 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 2,913 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 2,913-mile route from Bakersfield to Burlington, broken down by home size:

  • Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,410 - $6,475, container $2,139 - $4,209, rental truck $1,697 - $3,128, freight trailer $1,889 - $3,428.
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $4,165 - $8,536, container $2,722 - $5,472, rental truck $1,728 - $3,958, freight trailer $2,091 - $4,378.
  • 4+ bedrooms: full-service $8,572 - $13,497, container $3,722 - $7,858, rental truck $2,185 - $4,668, freight trailer $3,037 - $5,917.

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT

Hiring full-service movers from Bakersfield, California, to Burlington, Vermont, costs between $1,410 and $13,497. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,913-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $314 - $2,096, 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 Bakersfield and Burlington. For a rough baseline, movers based in Bakersfield tend to start around $420 plus $116/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 Bakersfield to Burlington:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,410 - $6,475
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,165 - $8,536
  • 4+ bedrooms: $8,572 - $13,497

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 Bakersfield to Burlington.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Vermont. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

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 Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Bakersfield movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Burlington, 80% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$524 - $5,240
Storage in transitNew place not ready80% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Meathead Movers$210 - $1,258/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$314 - $2,515
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage20% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs$1,048 - $3,144
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,620 - $10,480
Car shippingSecond vehicle$785 - $1,491
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items20% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage$1,048 - $2,620
PianoAny piano type40% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage$838 - $3,668
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling20% of local movers$314 - $1,572
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect20% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage$681 - $2,096
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$314 - $15,720+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$314 - $3,668+

What are the best full-service movers from Bakersfield to Burlington?

  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Bakersfield, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT

Moving containers from Bakersfield, California, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $2,139 and $7,858. 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 Bakersfield costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Bakersfield to Burlington:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,139 - $4,209
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,722 - $5,472
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,722 - $7,858

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Bakersfield, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $734, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $79 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $157 per month.
  • Access: Most major container companies serve both Bakersfield, CA, and Burlington, VT, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
  • Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Vermont 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 $2,139. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,722 - $5,472, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Bakersfield to Burlington?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield:

  • Mentors Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 20 years in business
  • US Pro Logistics (4.8/5), 4 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT

Renting a moving truck for the 2,913-mile move from Bakersfield, California, to Burlington, Vermont, costs between $1,697 and $4,668, before these typical add-ons:

  • Fuel for the drive: $971 - $1,110
  • Daily insurance: $31/day
  • Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
  • Bakersfield daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Bakersfield to Burlington based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,697 - $3,128
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,728 - $3,958
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,185 - $4,668

Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $1,697 - $4,668 does not include fuel ($971 - $1,110) , lodging ($157/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Bakersfield to Burlington 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 $157 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 $68 and $341 to your total.
  • Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
  • Gas: Plan on spending $971 - $1,110 in fuel for the 2,913-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
  • Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $734 in Bakersfield, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Bakersfield to Burlington?

  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 Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Bakersfield, California, to Burlington, Vermont, 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 $2,091 and $4,378.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,889 - $3,428
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,091 - $4,378
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,037 - $5,917

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?

  • 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 $79 - $157 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Bakersfield, California, for about five hours typically runs $734.

What are the best freight companies from Bakersfield to Burlington?

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Sidhu Truck Line, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sidhu Truck Line, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Burlington quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.

Cost of living: Bakersfield, CA vs Burlington, VT

Good news for your budget: Burlington isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Bakersfield. Cost of living index runs 112 there against 100 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 37/100 and 41.51/100 here versus 59/100 and 56.67/100 there.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Burlington, VT to Bakersfield, CA guide.

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Bakersfield, CA, to Burlington, VT, 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 $1,410 - $13,497 on the 2,913-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $2,139 - $7,858 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,697 - $4,668 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,165 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 The University of Vermont Health Network and University of Vermont.

FAQs: Moving from Bakersfield, CA, to Burlington, VT

What do local movers charge in Bakersfield?

Local movers based in Bakersfield typically start around $420 as a base rate, plus $116/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 Burlington run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

How long does a move from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT take?

Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.

What are the best neighborhoods in Burlington?

For families, South End and The Hill are worth a look in Burlington. If you're moving solo or without kids, Five Sisters, Downtown, and Old North End tend to be popular picks instead.

What is the cheapest way to move from Bakersfield, CA to Burlington, VT?

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 $1,728 - $3,958. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

Is Burlington a safe place to live?

Burlington has a safety index of 56.67 out of 100 and a crime index of 43.33, compared to 41.51 and 58.49 in Bakersfield. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What percentage of Bakersfield movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 40% of movers in Bakersfield handle piano moves, and 20% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.