($904+) Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK Movers
The cost to move from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK ranges from $1,260 to $10,175, with an average cost of $3,600. Moves can be as low as $904 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 1,430 miles and usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK
Moving options from Irvine to Tulsa fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,260 - $10,175 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,600, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,430 miles and typically takes 3 to 8 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,430-mile route from Irvine to Tulsa, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,260 - $5,442 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,383 - $2,534), rental truck ($932 - $1,663), or freight trailer ($1,283 - $2,281). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $3,185 - $6,940 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $10,175.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK
For the 1,430-mile move from Irvine, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, full-service movers cost between $1,260 and $10,175. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $399 - $2,660 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Irvine generally start around $197 plus $75 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Irvine to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,260 - $5,442
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,185 - $6,940
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,167 - $10,175
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 Tulsa.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Oklahoma. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK
Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tulsa, 88% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $665 - $6,650 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready85% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Meathead Movers | $266 - $1,596/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $399 - $3,192 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage39% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs44% of local movers | $1,330 - $3,990 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,325 - $13,300 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $996 - $1,893 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items64% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: NorthStar Moving Company | $1,330 - $3,325 |
| Piano | Any piano type76% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: NorthStar Moving Company | $1,064 - $4,655 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling35% of local movers | $399 - $1,995 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect28% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company | $865 - $2,660 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $399 - $19,950+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $399 - $4,655+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Tulsa?
Oklahoma Trucking Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Oklahoma, on top of the picks below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Irvine, CA. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK
Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,383 and $5,010. 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 Tulsa. If you go over that window, storage in Irvine adds around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,383 - $2,534
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,857 - $3,834
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,475 - $5,010
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $100 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $200 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 $931 in Irvine, 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 Tulsa, OK, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Oklahoma move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,383. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,857 - $3,834, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Irvine to Tulsa?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Irvine to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Irvine:
- California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company (5.0/5), 11 years in business
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
- Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK
Truck rentals from Irvine, California, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, range from $932 - $2,543 for the 1,430-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $605 - $692
- Daily insurance: $40/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
- Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irvine to Tulsa based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $932 - $1,663
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,008 - $2,165
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,270 - $2,543
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $932 - $2,543 when pricing out a rental truck from Irvine to Tulsa. Fuel alone runs ($605 - $692) , and overnight lodging ($200/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Irvine, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $931.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $605 - $692 for the 1,430-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 $80 and $432, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $200 per night for hotel stops on the 1,430-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $399 - $599.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Tulsa?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Tulsa, OK
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 Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,530 and $3,067.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Irvine to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,283 - $2,281
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,530 - $3,067
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,000 - $3,734
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $100 - $200 to your final bill.
- Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
- Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Irvine, California, typically costs $931.
What are the best freight companies from Irvine to Tulsa?
- 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.
- 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.
- ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Tulsa quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Tulsa, OK
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tulsa, side by side with Irvine on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Irvine, CA | Tulsa, OK |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 165 | 85 |
| Average rent | $4,000/mo | $1,199/mo |
| Median home value | $1,113,305 | $187,761 |
| Average income | $129,647/yr | $58,407/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | 4.7% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 4.75% |
| Walkability score | 43/100 | 39/100 |
| Safety index | 68.99/100 | 48.06/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
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Our take
For a move from Irvine, CA, to Tulsa, OK, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,260 for a studio to $10,175 for a 4 - 5 bedroom home on the 1,430-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,383 - $5,010. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $932 - $2,543, 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 $3,185 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 Imperial and Hilti.
FAQs: Moving from Irvine, CA, to Tulsa, OK
What is the cheapest way to move from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,008 - $2,165. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
How much does it cost to move from Irvine, CA to Tulsa, OK?
Costs on this route range from around $1,260 to $10,175, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,260 and $10,175, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What do local movers charge in Irvine?
Local movers based in Irvine typically start around $197 as a base rate, plus $75/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Tulsa run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Oklahoma?
In Oklahoma, in-state household goods movers are certified and licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC).
What percentage of Irvine movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 76% of movers in Irvine handle piano moves, and 64% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
