($1,558+) Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT Movers
The cost to move from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT ranges from $1,375 to $12,508, with an average cost of $4,800. Moves can be as low as $1,558 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 2,894 miles and usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
Compare moving options from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT
Moving options from Anaheim to Burlington fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,375 - $12,508 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,800, 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 2,894 miles and typically takes 7 to 21 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,894-mile route from Anaheim to Burlington, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,375 - $5,998 | $1,913 - $3,918 | $1,574 - $3,179 | $1,828 - $3,321 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $4,102 - $8,320 | $2,687 - $5,514 | $1,654 - $3,784 | $2,047 - $4,282 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $8,105 - $12,508 | $3,603 - $7,236 | $2,201 - $4,601 | $2,854 - $5,906 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 6, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,894-mile move from Anaheim, California, to Burlington, Vermont, with costs ranging from $1,375 - $12,508. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $431 - $2,876. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Anaheim and Burlington. Local movers in Anaheim typically start around $182 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Anaheim to Burlington:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,375 - $5,998
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,102 - $8,320
- 4+ bedrooms: $8,105 - $12,508
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 Anaheim to Burlington.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Vermont. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT
Specialty needs vary by market — 84% of Anaheim movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Burlington, 80% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $719 - $7,190 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready84% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Merit Moving Systems | $288 - $1,726/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $431 - $3,451 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage38% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs51% of local movers | $1,438 - $4,314 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,595 - $14,380 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,077 - $2,046 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items65% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Merit Moving Systems | $1,438 - $3,595 |
| Piano | Any piano type78% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Merit Moving Systems | $1,150 - $5,033 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling38% of local movers | $431 - $2,157 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect30% of local movers21% nationallyTop pick: Merit Moving Systems | $935 - $2,876 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $431 - $21,570+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $431 - $5,033+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Anaheim to Burlington?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Anaheim, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT
Moving containers from Anaheim, California, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,913 and $7,236. 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 Anaheim costs roughly $110/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Anaheim to Burlington:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,913 - $3,918
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,687 - $5,514
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,603 - $7,236
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $108 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $216 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Burlington, VT, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $1,007 in Anaheim, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Vermont 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 $1,913. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,687 - $5,514, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Anaheim to Burlington?
- 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 Anaheim 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 Anaheim:
- Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT
Truck rentals from Anaheim, California, to Burlington, Vermont, range from $1,574 - $4,601 for the 2,894-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,324 - $1,513
- Daily insurance: $43/day
- Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
- Anaheim 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 Anaheim to Burlington based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,574 - $3,179
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,654 - $3,784
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,201 - $4,601
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Anaheim to Burlington starts at $1,574 - $4,601, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($1,324 - $1,513) , overnight lodging ($216/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $216 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $93 and $467 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $1,324 - $1,513 in fuel for the 2,894-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,007 in Anaheim, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Anaheim to Burlington?
- 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 Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT
For larger DIY moves from Anaheim, 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 Burlington, Vermont.
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 $2,047 and $4,282.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Anaheim to Burlington:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,828 - $3,321
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,047 - $4,282
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,854 - $5,906
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
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 Anaheim, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,007.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $108 and $216 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Anaheim to Burlington?
- 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.
- 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.
- ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Anaheim to Burlington. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Anaheim, CA vs Burlington, VT
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Burlington, side by side with Anaheim on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Anaheim, CA | Burlington, VT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 165 | 112 |
| Average rent | $2,550/mo | $2,200/mo |
| Median home value | $769,966 | $402,586 |
| Average income | $90,583/yr | $68,854/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% | 3.2% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 8.75% |
| Walkability score | 56/100 | 59/100 |
| Safety index | 46.82/100 | 56.67/100 |
| 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.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Burlington, VT to Anaheim, CA guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from California to Vermont, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. California alone has 377 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 2,894-mile move like this one.
Our take
A move from Anaheim, CA, to Burlington, VT, 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 $1,375 - $12,508 on the 2,894-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,913 - $7,236, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,574 - $4,601. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $4,102 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 The University of Vermont Health Network and University of Vermont.
FAQs: Moving from Anaheim, CA, to Burlington, VT
What is the cheapest way to move from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT?
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 $1,654 - $3,784. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
How much does it cost to move from Anaheim, CA to Burlington, VT?
Costs on this route range from around $1,375 to $12,508, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,375 and $12,508, 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 Anaheim?
Local movers based in Anaheim typically start around $182 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 Burlington run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Vermont?
Although a local license is not required in Vermont, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number.
What percentage of Anaheim movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 78% of movers in Anaheim handle piano moves, and 65% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.