($1,508+) Irvine, CA to Hartford, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Hartford, CT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,890-mile move from Irvine, California, to Hartford, Connecticut, with costs ranging from $1,400 - $12,485. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $423 - $2,820. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Irvine and Hartford. Local movers in Irvine typically start around $197 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,400 - $6,482
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,175 - $7,976
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,780 - $12,485

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 Irvine to Hartford.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Hartford, CT

Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Hartford, 67% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Hartford?

Movers licensed to operate in Connecticut are typically members of the Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Hartford, CT

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Hartford, Connecticut, cost between $1,929 and $7,583. 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 Irvine costs roughly $110/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Hartford:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,929 - $3,684
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,402 - $5,342
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,630 - $7,583

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Irvine, CA and Hartford, 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 $987 in Irvine, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $106 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $212 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 Irvine to Hartford?

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 Irvine, CA to Hartford, CT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,890 miles from Irvine, California, to Hartford, Connecticut, running $1,618 - $4,234. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,297 - $1,482
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irvine to Hartford based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,618 - $2,927
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,787 - $3,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,088 - $4,234

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 $106 and $494.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $212.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,297 and $1,482 for the 2,890-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 $987 for 2 movers in Irvine, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Hartford?

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 Irvine, CA to Hartford, CT

For larger DIY moves from Irvine, 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 Hartford, Connecticut.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $2,023 and $4,147.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,771 - $3,451
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,023 - $4,147
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,932 - $6,009

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 $106 - $212 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Irvine, California, for about five hours typically runs $987.

What are the best freight companies from Irvine to Hartford?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Hartford, CT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Hartford, side by side with Irvine 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 2,890-mile move from Irvine, CA, to Hartford, CT, costs between $1,400 and $12,485 with full-service movers, $1,929 - $7,583 with a moving container, and $1,618 - $4,234 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 $4,175 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Aetna and Prudential Retirement Insurance And Annuity Co.