($743+) Irvine, CA to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Tacoma, WA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,149-mile move from Irvine, California, to Tacoma, Washington, with costs ranging from $1,309 - $8,371. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $445 - $2,964. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Irvine and Tacoma. Local movers in Irvine typically start around $197 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,309 - $5,394
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,757 - $6,651
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,672 - $8,371

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 Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tacoma, 97% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Tacoma?

All three below meet the standards set by the Washington Movers Conference, the group most Washington 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.

Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $1,212 and $4,345. 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 Irvine runs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,212 - $2,432
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,627 - $3,255
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,111 - $4,345

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,037 in Irvine, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $111 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $222 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Tacoma, WA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Irvine to Tacoma?

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 Irvine, CA to Tacoma, WA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,149 miles from Irvine, California, to Tacoma, Washington, running $736 - $2,049. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $542 - $619
• Daily insurance: $44/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $30
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irvine to Tacoma based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $736 - $1,444
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $827 - $1,665
• 4+ bedrooms: $999 - $2,049

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $222 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 $96 and $482 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $542 - $619 in fuel for the 1,149-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,037 in Irvine, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Tacoma?

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 Irvine, CA to Tacoma, WA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Irvine, California, to Tacoma, Washington. 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 $1,334 and $2,736.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,206 - $2,189
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,315 - $2,736
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,760 - $3,580

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Irvine, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $1,037.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $111 - $222 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 Irvine to Tacoma?

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.
3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Tacoma, WA

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