($990+) Ontario, CA to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Ontario, CA to Fargo, ND

Hiring full-service movers from Ontario, California, to Fargo, North Dakota, costs between $1,240 and $10,031. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,763-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $323 - $2,156, 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 Ontario and Fargo. For a rough baseline, movers based in Ontario tend to start around $248 plus $110/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 Ontario to Fargo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,240 - $5,030
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,018 - $7,324
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,455 - $10,031

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 Ontario to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Ontario, CA to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market: 54% of Ontario movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fargo, 40% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Ontario to Fargo?

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.

Moving container costs from Ontario, CA to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Ontario, California, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,411 and $5,474. 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 Ontario costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Ontario to Fargo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,411 - $2,885
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,956 - $3,689
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,723 - $5,474

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Ontario, CA and Fargo, ND. 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 $755 in Ontario, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $81 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $162 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 Ontario to Fargo?

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 Ontario, CA to Fargo, ND

Renting a moving truck for the 1,763-mile move from Ontario, California, to Fargo, North Dakota, costs between $1,041 and $2,832, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $605 - $691
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Ontario daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Ontario to Fargo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,041 - $2,023
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,106 - $2,314
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,421 - $2,832

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Ontario, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $755.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $605 - $691 for the 1,763-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $65 and $350, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $162 per night for hotel stops on the 1,763-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $323 - $485.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Ontario to Fargo?

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 Ontario, CA to Fargo, ND

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Ontario, California, to Fargo, North Dakota. 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 $970 and $3,044.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,335 - $2,472
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,519 - $3,044
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,179 - $4,379

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Ontario, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $755.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $81 - $162 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 Ontario to Fargo?

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: Ontario, CA vs Fargo, ND

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

A move from Ontario, CA, to Fargo, ND, 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 $1,240 - $10,031 on the 1,763-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,411 - $5,474, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,041 - $2,832. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,018 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 Noridian Mutual Insurance Company and TMI Hospitality.