($1,053+) Gilbert, AZ to Dayton, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Dayton, OH

Hiring full-service movers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Dayton, Ohio, costs between $2,471 and $11,232. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,804-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $299 - $1,996, 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 Gilbert and Dayton. For a rough baseline, movers based in Gilbert tend to start around $140 plus $85/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 Gilbert to Dayton:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,471 - $5,630
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,277 - $7,615
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,895 - $11,232

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 Dayton.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Dayton, OH

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Gilbert movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Dayton, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Ohio Association of Movers membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Ohio 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 Gilbert, AZ to Dayton, OH

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Dayton, Ohio, cost between $1,660 and $5,679. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Gilbert typically runs around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,660 - $3,017
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,083 - $4,266
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,848 - $5,679

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $699 in Gilbert, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $75 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $150 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Dayton, OH, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert to Dayton?

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 Dayton, OH

Plan on $1,064 - $2,952 for a rental moving truck on the 1,804-mile route from Gilbert, Arizona, to Dayton, Ohio. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $573 - $655
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• 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 Dayton based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,064 - $2,241
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,187 - $2,437
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,528 - $2,952

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $573 - $655 for the 1,804-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 $699.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,804-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $150 per night, adding $299 - $449 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $50 and $299.

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

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 Dayton, OH

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Gilbert, Arizona, to Dayton, Ohio. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $898 and $3,447.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,352 - $2,582
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,700 - $3,447
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,212 - $4,363

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 $75 and $150.
• 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 Gilbert, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $699.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert to Dayton?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Gilbert, AZ vs Dayton, OH

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Dayton, 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.