($511+) Oakland, CA to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Oakland, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 763-mile move from Oakland, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, with costs ranging from $1,135 - $7,737. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $488 - $3,256. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Oakland and Gilbert. Local movers in Oakland typically start around $281 as a base rate plus $147/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,135 - $4,232
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,326 - $5,602
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,766 - $7,737

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 Oakland to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Oakland, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 53% of Oakland 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 Oakland to Gilbert?

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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.

Moving container costs from Oakland, CA to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Oakland, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,023 and $3,359. 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 Gilbert. If you go over that window, storage in Oakland adds around $120/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,023 - $1,879
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,300 - $2,501
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,779 - $3,359

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 $1,140 in Oakland, CA. 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 $122 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $244 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 Gilbert, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Oakland 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 Oakland, CA to Gilbert, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 763 miles from Oakland, California, to Gilbert, Arizona, running $532 - $1,426. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $395 - $452
• Daily insurance: $49/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $33
• Oakland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.39

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $532 - $1,020
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $574 - $1,188
• 4+ bedrooms: $683 - $1,426

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $395 - $452 for the 763-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 Oakland, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $1,140.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 763-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $244 per night, adding $488 - $733 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $81 and $488.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Oakland 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 Oakland, CA to Gilbert, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Oakland, California, 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 Gilbert, Arizona.

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 $1,126 and $2,169.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $893 - $1,743
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,126 - $2,169
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,481 - $2,742

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 $122 - $244 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Oakland, California, for about five hours typically runs $1,140.

What are the best freight companies from Oakland to Gilbert?

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.

Cost of living: Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 763-mile move from Oakland, CA, to Gilbert, AZ, costs between $1,135 and $7,737 with full-service movers, $1,023 - $3,359 with a moving container, and $532 - $1,426 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 $2,326 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.