($354+) Long Beach, CA to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 400-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, with costs ranging from $1,000 - $6,699. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $427 - $2,848. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Long Beach and Gilbert. Local movers in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,000 - $3,647
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,799 - $4,930
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,901 - $6,699

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 Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Long Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Gilbert, 66% of movers offer the same service.

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

Arizona Moving Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Arizona, 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.

How much do local movers cost in Long Beach, CA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Long Beach to Gilbert with a local mover averages $1,710 - $4,684. Working with a local mover based in Long Beach, CA often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $939 and $2,943. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Long Beach costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $939 - $1,656
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,157 - $2,129
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,548 - $2,943

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $107 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $214 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $997 in Long Beach, CA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Gilbert, AZ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Long Beach to Gilbert?

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 Long Beach, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Plan on $347 - $981 for a rental moving truck on the 400-mile route from Long Beach, California, to Gilbert, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $181 - $207
• Daily insurance: $43/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $347 - $663
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $377 - $810
• 4+ bedrooms: $482 - $981

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 $107 and $498.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $214.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $181 and $207 for the 400-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 $997 for 2 movers in Long Beach, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Long Beach, California, to Gilbert, Arizona. 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 $1,282 and $1,721.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $765 - $1,476
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $935 - $1,721
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,214 - $2,332

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Long Beach, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $997.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $107 - $214 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 Long Beach to Gilbert?

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.

Cost of living: Long Beach, CA vs Gilbert, AZ

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

The 400-mile move from Long Beach, CA, to Gilbert, AZ, costs between $1,000 and $6,699 with full-service movers, $939 - $2,943 with a moving container, and $347 - $981 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $1,799 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Gilbert tend to point to quality education and fantastic weather, though high cost of living and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Gilbert Public Schools and Banner Health 2,268.