($1,247+) Chicago, IL to Moreno Valley, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Chicago, IL to Moreno Valley, CA

For the 1,988-mile move from Chicago, Illinois, to Moreno Valley, California, full-service movers cost between $2,444 and $10,470. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $348 - $2,320 (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 Chicago generally start around $220 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Chicago to Moreno Valley:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,444 - $5,066
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,570 - $7,038
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,673 - $10,470

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 Chicago to Moreno Valley.

Specialty moving services from Chicago, IL to Moreno Valley, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Chicago movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Moreno Valley, 82% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Chicago to Moreno Valley?

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage 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 Chicago, IL to Moreno Valley, CA

Moving containers from Chicago, Illinois, to Moreno Valley, California, cost between $1,643 and $5,656. 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 Chicago runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chicago to Moreno Valley:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,643 - $3,118
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,125 - $4,591
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,911 - $5,656

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Chicago, IL and Moreno Valley, CA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $812 in Chicago, IL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $87 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $174 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Chicago to Moreno Valley?

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 Chicago, IL to Moreno Valley, CA

Truck rentals from Chicago, Illinois, to Moreno Valley, California, range from $1,187 - $3,371 for the 1,988-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $734 - $839
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Chicago daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chicago to Moreno Valley based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,187 - $2,221
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,259 - $2,808
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,720 - $3,371

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 $87 and $406.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $174.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $734 and $839 for the 1,988-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 $812 for 2 movers in Chicago, Illinois, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Chicago to Moreno Valley?

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 Chicago, IL to Moreno Valley, CA

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Chicago, Illinois, to Moreno Valley, California, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,735 and $3,496.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Chicago to Moreno Valley:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,523 - $2,948
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,735 - $3,496
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,445 - $4,620

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 $87 - $174 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 Chicago, Illinois, typically costs $812.

What are the best freight companies from Chicago to Moreno Valley?

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. Keller Trucking Co, Inc. (4.54/5 stars): Keller Trucking Co, Inc. 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: Chicago, IL vs Moreno Valley, CA

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