($859+) Fontana, CA to Laredo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Fontana, CA to Laredo, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,359-mile move from Fontana, California, to Laredo, Texas, with costs ranging from $1,157 - $8,910. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $313 - $2,084. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Fontana and Laredo. Local movers in Fontana typically start around $259 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,157 - $5,146
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,657 - $6,125
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,811 - $8,910

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 Fontana to Laredo.

Specialty moving services from Fontana, CA to Laredo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 52% of Fontana movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally.

What are the best full-service movers from Fontana to Laredo?

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, 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 Fontana, CA to Laredo, TX

Moving containers from Fontana, California, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $1,247 and $4,589. 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 Fontana costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Fontana to Laredo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,247 - $2,424
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,726 - $3,451
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,321 - $4,589

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $78 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $156 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 $729 in Fontana, 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 Laredo, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Fontana to Laredo?

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 Fontana, CA to Laredo, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,359 miles from Fontana, California, to Laredo, Texas, running $851 - $2,292. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $451 - $515
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Fontana daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.39

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Fontana to Laredo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $851 - $1,500
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $865 - $1,821
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,112 - $2,292

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $451 - $515 for the 1,359-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 Fontana, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $729.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,359-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $156 per night, adding $313 - $469 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $313.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Fontana to Laredo?

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 Fontana, CA to Laredo, TX

For larger DIY moves from Fontana, 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 Laredo, Texas.

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 $1,273 and $2,841.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,111 - $2,269
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,273 - $2,841
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,820 - $3,672

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 Fontana, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $729.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $78 and $156 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Fontana to Laredo?

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: Fontana, CA vs Laredo, TX

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

How you handle your interstate move from Fontana, CA, to Laredo, TX, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,157 - $8,910 on the 1,359-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,247 - $4,589 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $851 - $2,292 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,657 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Laredo tend to point to delicious Mexican food and culture rich, though limited recreational opportunities and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include United independent school District and Laredo independent school District.