($919+) Ontario, CA to Garland, TX Movers

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The cost to move from Ontario, CA to Garland, TX ranges from $1,309 to $9,706, with an average cost of $3,550. Moves can be as low as $919 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 1,419 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.

Compare moving options from Ontario, CA to Garland, TX

Moving options from Ontario to Garland fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,309 - $9,706 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,550, 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 1,419 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 1,419-mile route from Ontario to Garland, broken down by home size:

  • Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,309 - $5,218, container $1,470 - $2,590, rental truck $910 - $1,639, freight trailer $1,210 - $2,472.
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,980 - $6,767, container $1,824 - $3,507, rental truck $1,004 - $1,990, freight trailer $1,488 - $3,039.
  • 4+ bedrooms: full-service $5,374 - $9,706, container $2,552 - $4,962, rental truck $1,251 - $2,555, freight trailer $2,003 - $3,931.

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Ontario, CA to Garland, TX

Hiring full-service movers from Ontario, California, to Garland, Texas, costs between $1,309 and $9,706. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,419-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $334 - $2,228, 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 Garland. 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 Garland:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,309 - $5,218
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,980 - $6,767
  • 4+ bedrooms: $5,374 - $9,706

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 Garland.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Texas. 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 Ontario, CA to Garland, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Ontario movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Garland, 94% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$557 - $5,570
Storage in transitNew place not ready85% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Golden Eagle Moving, LLC$223 - $1,337/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$334 - $2,674
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage43% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs49% of local movers$1,114 - $3,342
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,785 - $11,140
Car shippingSecond vehicle$834 - $1,585
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items62% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Golden Eagle Moving, LLC$1,114 - $2,785
PianoAny piano type77% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Golden Eagle Moving, LLC$891 - $3,899
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling38% of local movers$334 - $1,671
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Big Deahl's Movers$724 - $2,228
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$334 - $16,710+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$334 - $3,899+

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Southwest Movers Association, the group most Texas movers are affiliated with.

  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA to Garland, TX

Moving containers from Ontario, California, to Garland, Texas, cost between $1,470 and $4,962. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Ontario runs about $100/month.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,470 - $2,590
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,824 - $3,507
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,552 - $4,962

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Ontario, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $780, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $84 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $167 per month.
  • Access: Most major container companies serve both Ontario, CA, and Garland, TX, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
  • Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Texas 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 $1,470. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,824 - $3,507, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Ontario to Garland?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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 Ontario 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 Ontario:

  • Big Deahl's Movers (4.8/5), 12 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 Ontario, CA to Garland, TX

Renting a moving truck for the 1,419-mile move from Ontario, California, to Garland, Texas, costs between $910 and $2,555, before these typical add-ons:

  • Fuel for the drive: $503 - $575
  • Daily insurance: $33/day
  • Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
  • Ontario daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $910 - $1,639
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,004 - $1,990
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,251 - $2,555

Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $910 - $2,555 does not include fuel ($503 - $575) , lodging ($167/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Ontario to Garland typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.

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 $84 and $390.
  • Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $167.
  • Gas: Expect fuel to run between $503 and $575 for the 1,419-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 $780 for 2 movers in Ontario, California, for about 5 hours.
  • Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

  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 Garland, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Ontario, California, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Garland, Texas.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,488 and $3,039.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,210 - $2,472
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,488 - $3,039
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,003 - $3,931

Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.

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 $780.
  • More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $84 - $167 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 Garland?

  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.
  3. Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC 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 a great option when you need your belongings in Garland fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.

Cost of living: Ontario, CA vs Garland, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Garland, side by side with Ontario on housing, income, and taxes.

Measure Ontario, CA Garland, TX
Cost of living index119100
Average rent$2,619/mo$1,624/mo
Median home value$564,076$249,342
Average income$82,806/yr$74,717/yr
Unemployment rate6.9%6.5%
State income taxUp to 13.3%None
Walkability score48/10040/100
Safety index49.75/10062.87/100
Air qualityGoodGood

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Garland, TX to Ontario, CA guide.

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Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,419-mile route from Ontario, CA, to Garland, TX, run $1,309 - $9,706 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,470 - $4,962, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $910 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,980, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Garland tend to point to quality education and diversity, though severe storms and extreme heat come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Garland Independent School District and City of Garland.

FAQs: Moving from Ontario, CA, to Garland, TX

How walkable is Garland?

Garland has a walkability score of 40 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 41, compared to 48 and 46 in Ontario. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.

Is Garland a safe place to live?

Garland has a safety index of 62.87 out of 100 and a crime index of 37.13, compared to 49.75 and 50.25 in Ontario. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What are some tips for saving money on a move from Ontario, CA to Garland, TX?

Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.

What is the best time of year to move from Ontario, CA to Garland, TX?

Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Texas also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.

How long does a move from Ontario, CA to Garland, TX take?

Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.

What percentage of Ontario movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 77% of movers in Ontario handle piano moves, and 62% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.