($641+) Tucson, AZ to Oakland, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tucson, AZ to Oakland, CA

For the 851-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Oakland, California, full-service movers cost between $2,005 and $7,966. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $410 - $2,732 (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 Tucson generally start around $160 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,005 - $4,844
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,593 - $6,102
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,371 - $7,966

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 Tucson to Oakland.

Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Oakland, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Tucson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Oakland, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tucson to Oakland?

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Tucson, AZ to Oakland, CA

Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Oakland, California, cost between $1,186 and $3,824. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Oakland. If you go over that window, storage in Tucson adds around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tucson to Oakland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,186 - $2,170
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,510 - $3,040
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,970 - $3,824

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $102 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $205 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Oakland, 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 $956 in Tucson, AZ. 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.

What are the best moving containers Tucson to Oakland?

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 Tucson, AZ to Oakland, CA

Truck rentals from Tucson, Arizona, to Oakland, California, range from $628 - $1,761 for the 851-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $370 - $423
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tucson to Oakland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $628 - $1,104
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $672 - $1,368
• 4+ bedrooms: $850 - $1,761

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 $102 and $478.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $205.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $370 and $423 for the 851-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 $956 for 2 movers in Tucson, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tucson to Oakland?

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 Tucson, AZ to Oakland, CA

For larger DIY moves from Tucson, Arizona, 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 Oakland, 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 most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,232 and $2,269.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $985 - $1,877
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,232 - $2,269
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,640 - $2,907

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 $102 and $205.
• 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 Tucson, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $956.

What are the best freight companies from Tucson to Oakland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Cti, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Cti, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Tucson, AZ vs Oakland, CA

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