($1,323+) Mesa, AZ to Bridgeport, CT Movers

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

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,478-mile move from Mesa, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, with costs ranging from $2,560 - $11,738. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $370 - $2,468. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Mesa and Bridgeport. Local movers in Mesa typically start around $175 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,560 - $5,840
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,849 - $7,278
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,749 - $11,738

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 Mesa to Bridgeport.

Specialty moving services from Mesa, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Mesa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Bridgeport, 63% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Connecticut, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Mesa, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

Moving containers from Mesa, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, cost between $1,764 and $6,323. 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 Bridgeport. If you go over that window, storage in Mesa adds around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,764 - $3,381
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,332 - $4,653
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,306 - $6,323

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Mesa, 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 Mesa, 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 Mesa 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 Mesa, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

Truck rentals from Mesa, Arizona, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, range from $1,323 - $3,779 for the 2,478-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $973 - $1,112
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Mesa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,323 - $2,615
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,553 - $3,209
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,829 - $3,779

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 $93 and $432.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $185.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $973 and $1,112 for the 2,478-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 $864 for 2 movers in Mesa, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Mesa 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 Mesa, AZ to Bridgeport, CT

If you're moving a larger household from Mesa, Arizona, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,903 and $3,916.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,669 - $3,260
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,903 - $3,916
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,517 - $5,479

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Mesa, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $864.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $93 and $185 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Mesa to Bridgeport?

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: Mesa, 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 Mesa 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

Full-service movers on the 2,478-mile route from Mesa, AZ, to Bridgeport, CT, run $2,560 - $11,738 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,764 - $6,323, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,323 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,849, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include People's United Bank and Unites Services of America.