($1,459+) Gilbert, AZ to Bridgeport, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,480-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, with prices running from $2,682 - $12,173. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $370 - $2,468 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Gilbert and Bridgeport are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Gilbert movers tend to run around $140 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,682 - $5,996
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,994 - $8,107
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,362 - $12,173

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 Gilbert to Bridgeport.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Gilbert movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Bridgeport, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Gilbert to Bridgeport?

All three below meet the standards set by the Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut, the group most Connecticut movers are affiliated with.

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.

Moving container costs from Gilbert, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, cost between $1,942 and $7,176. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Gilbert typically costs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Gilbert to Bridgeport:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,942 - $3,433
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,516 - $5,128
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,463 - $7,176

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Gilbert, AZ and Bridgeport, CT. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $864 in Gilbert, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $93 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $185 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert to Bridgeport?

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 Gilbert, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

A rental truck for this 2,480-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, costs between $1,503 and $4,082. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $974 - $1,113
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Gilbert daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Gilbert to Bridgeport based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,503 - $2,852
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,627 - $3,395
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,076 - $4,082

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $974 - $1,113 for the 2,480-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Gilbert, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $864.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,480-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $185 per night, adding $370 - $555 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $62 and $370.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Gilbert to Bridgeport?

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 Gilbert, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

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 Gilbert, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut. 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. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,876 and $4,103.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,698 - $3,318
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,876 - $4,103
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,636 - $5,299

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Gilbert, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $864.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $93 - $185 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert to Bridgeport?

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. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport 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.

Cost of living: Gilbert, AZ vs Bridgeport, CT

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