($1,152+) Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL Movers

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The cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL ranges from $1,378 to $11,437, with an average cost of $4,200. Moves can be as low as $1,152 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 2,018 miles and usually takes 6 to 17 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

Compare moving options from Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL

Moving options from Long Beach to Huntsville fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,378 - $11,437 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,200, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 2,018 miles and typically takes 6 to 17 days depending on the service you pick.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,018-mile route from Long Beach to Huntsville, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,378 - $5,675 $1,654 - $3,110 $1,152 - $2,291 $1,459 - $2,942
2 - 3 bedrooms $3,384 - $7,900 $2,269 - $4,670 $1,300 - $2,811 $1,713 - $3,593
4+ bedrooms $7,006 - $11,437 $3,050 - $5,941 $1,689 - $3,340 $2,322 - $4,800

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL

Full-service movers for the 2,018-mile relocation from Long Beach, California, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $1,378 and $11,437. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $404 - $2,696, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Long Beach typically charge a base rate around $162 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Long Beach to Huntsville:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,378 - $5,675
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,384 - $7,900
  • 4+ bedrooms: $7,006 - $11,437

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 Long Beach to Huntsville.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Alabama. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.

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Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Huntsville, 88% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$674 - $6,740
Storage in transitNew place not ready87% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$270 - $1,618/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$404 - $3,235
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage40% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers$1,348 - $4,044
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$3,370 - $13,480
Car shippingSecond vehicle$1,010 - $1,918
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$1,348 - $3,370
PianoAny piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$1,078 - $4,718
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling39% of local movers$404 - $2,022
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$876 - $2,696
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$404 - $20,220+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$404 - $4,718+

What are the best full-service movers from Long Beach to Huntsville?

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  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Long Beach, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL

Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $1,654 and $5,941. 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 Long Beach typically costs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Long Beach to Huntsville:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,654 - $3,110
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,269 - $4,670
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,050 - $5,941

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $101 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $202 per month.
  • Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Huntsville, AL, 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 $944 in Long Beach, CA. 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.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Alabama move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.

Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,654. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,269 - $4,670, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Long Beach to Huntsville?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Long Beach to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Long Beach:

  • Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
  • Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
  • Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL

A rental truck for this 2,018-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Huntsville, Alabama, costs between $1,152 and $3,340. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

  • Fuel for the drive: $866 - $989
  • Daily insurance: $40/day
  • Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
  • Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Long Beach to Huntsville based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,152 - $2,291
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,300 - $2,811
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,689 - $3,340

Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Long Beach to Huntsville starts at $1,152 - $3,340, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($866 - $989) , overnight lodging ($202/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $202 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 $88 and $438 to your total.
  • Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
  • Gas: Plan on spending $866 - $989 in fuel for the 2,018-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
  • Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $944 in Long Beach, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach to Huntsville?

  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 Long Beach, CA to Huntsville, AL

For larger DIY moves from Long Beach, California, 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 Huntsville, Alabama.

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 $1,713 and $3,593.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Huntsville:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,459 - $2,942
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,713 - $3,593
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,322 - $4,800

Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.

What other costs come with freight trailers?

  • Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
  • More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $101 - $202 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Long Beach, California, for about five hours typically runs $944.

What are the best freight companies from Long Beach to Huntsville?

  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. Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC 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.

Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Long Beach to Huntsville. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.

Cost of living: Long Beach, CA vs Huntsville, AL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Huntsville, side by side with Long Beach on housing, income, and taxes.

Measure Long Beach, CA Huntsville, AL
Cost of living index16294
Average rent$2,075/mo$1,409/mo
Median home value$762,188$260,899
Average income$83,969/yr$70,778/yr
Unemployment rate5.2%3.1%
State income taxUp to 13.3%Up to 5.0%
Walkability score73/10024/100
Safety index41.42/10057.45/100
Air qualityGoodGood

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Huntsville, AL to Long Beach, CA guide.

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Our take

A move from Long Beach, CA, to Huntsville, AL, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,378 - $11,437 on the 2,018-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,654 - $5,941, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,152 - $3,340. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,384 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Qualitest Pharmaceuticals and Huntsville Hospital.

FAQs: Moving from Long Beach, CA, to Huntsville, AL

Is Huntsville a safe place to live?

Huntsville has a safety index of 57.45 out of 100 and a crime index of 42.55, compared to 41.42 and 58.58 in Long Beach. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

How walkable is Huntsville?

Huntsville has a walkability score of 24 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 40, compared to 73 and 70 in Long Beach. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.

What are the best neighborhoods in Huntsville?

For families, Blossomwood, Hampton Cove, and Jones Valley are worth a look in Huntsville. If you're moving solo or without kids, Five Points, Downtown Huntsville, and Hampton Cove tend to be popular picks instead.

How do I know a mover is licensed in Alabama?

To guarantee the safety and reliability of local moving services in Alabama, it is essential for moving companies to possess a registration number issued by the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC). Trust your move to registered professionals for a secure and dependable experience.

What do local movers charge in Long Beach?

Local movers based in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate, plus $75/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Huntsville run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

What percentage of Long Beach movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 79% of movers in Long Beach handle piano moves, and 67% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.