($1,617+) Portland, ME to Roseville, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Portland, ME to Roseville, CA

For the 3,089-mile move from Portland, Maine, to Roseville, California, full-service movers cost between $3,081 and $15,193. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $368 - $2,456 (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 $382 plus $135 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Portland to Roseville:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,081 - $6,927
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,596 - $9,132
• 4+ bedrooms: $9,189 - $15,193

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 Roseville.

Specialty moving services from Portland, ME to Roseville, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Roseville, 60% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Portland to Roseville?

Look for California Moving & Storage Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in California beyond this list.

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 Portland, ME to Roseville, CA

Moving containers from Portland, Maine, to Roseville, California, cost between $2,042 and $7,594. 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 Roseville:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,042 - $3,714
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,624 - $5,500
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,769 - $7,594

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 Portland, ME, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $860, 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 $92 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $184 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Portland, ME, and Roseville, CA, 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.

What are the best moving containers Portland to Roseville?

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 Portland, ME to Roseville, CA

Truck rentals from Portland, Maine, to Roseville, California, range from $1,617 - $4,820 for the 3,089-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,207 - $1,379
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Portland to Roseville based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,617 - $3,138
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,698 - $3,812
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,214 - $4,820

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $184 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 $80 and $399 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $1,207 - $1,379 in fuel for the 3,089-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $860 in Portland, Maine, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland to Roseville?

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 Portland, ME to Roseville, CA

For larger DIY moves from Portland, Maine, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Roseville, California.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $2,099 and $4,399.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,856 - $3,307
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,099 - $4,399
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,728 - $6,194

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 $92 and $184.
• 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, Maine, for roughly five hours typically average $860.

What are the best freight companies from Portland to Roseville?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Portland, ME vs Roseville, CA

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

Our take

For a move from Portland, ME, to Roseville, CA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $3,081 for a studio to $15,193 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 3,089-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $2,042 - $7,594. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,617 - $4,820, 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 $4,596 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 New Vision Display and International Display Works.