($1,534+) Los Angeles, CA to Bridgeport, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to Bridgeport, CT

Hiring full-service movers from Los Angeles, California, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, costs between $1,416 and $12,645. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,848-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $458 - $3,056, 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 Los Angeles and Bridgeport. For a rough baseline, movers based in Los Angeles tend to start around $200 plus $100/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 Los Angeles to Bridgeport:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,416 - $6,191
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,024 - $8,484
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,572 - $12,645

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 Los Angeles to Bridgeport.

Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to Bridgeport, CT

Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Bridgeport, 63% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Bridgeport?

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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 Los Angeles, CA to Bridgeport, CT

Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, cost between $1,970 and $7,508. 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 Bridgeport. If you go over that window, storage in Los Angeles adds around $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Bridgeport:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,970 - $3,685
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,404 - $5,502
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,632 - $7,508

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Los Angeles, CA and Bridgeport, 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 $1,070 in Los Angeles, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $115 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $229 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 Los Angeles to Bridgeport?

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 Los Angeles, CA to Bridgeport, CT

Plan on $1,613 - $4,351 for a rental moving truck on the 2,848-mile route from Los Angeles, California, to Bridgeport, Connecticut. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,385 - $1,582
• Daily insurance: $46/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles to Bridgeport based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,613 - $3,097
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,747 - $3,580
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,080 - $4,351

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $1,385 - $1,582 for the 2,848-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 Los Angeles, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $1,070.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,848-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $229 per night, adding $458 - $688 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $76 and $458.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Bridgeport?

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 Los Angeles, CA to Bridgeport, CT

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Los Angeles, California, to Bridgeport, Connecticut. 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 $1,375 and $4,317.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Bridgeport:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,773 - $3,351
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,105 - $4,317
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,766 - $5,486

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Los Angeles, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,070.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $115 and $229 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Bridgeport?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA vs Bridgeport, CT

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

For a move from Los Angeles, CA, to Bridgeport, CT, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,416 for a studio to $12,645 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,848-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,970 - $7,508. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,613 - $4,351, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $4,024 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include People's United Bank and Unites Services of America.