($756+) Billings, MT to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Billings, MT to Gilbert, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,233-mile move from Billings, Montana, to Gilbert, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,409 - $9,734. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $307 - $2,044. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Billings and Gilbert. Local movers in Billings typically start around $259 as a base rate plus $105/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,409 - $5,812
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,162 - $7,021
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,499 - $9,734

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 Billings to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Billings, MT to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 67% of Billings movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Gilbert, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Billings to Gilbert?

Look for Arizona Moving Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Arizona beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Billings, MT to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Billings, Montana, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,309 and $4,233. 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 Billings costs roughly $55/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Billings to Gilbert:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,309 - $2,245
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,557 - $3,323
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,088 - $4,233

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $77 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Gilbert, AZ, 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 $715 in Billings, MT. 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.

What are the best moving containers Billings to Gilbert?

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 Billings, MT to Gilbert, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,233 miles from Billings, Montana, to Gilbert, Arizona, running $756 - $2,221. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $401 - $458
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Billings daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Billings to Gilbert based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $756 - $1,517
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $851 - $1,647
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,018 - $2,221

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 $77 and $358.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $153.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $401 and $458 for the 1,233-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 $715 for 2 movers in Billings, Montana, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Billings to Gilbert?

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 Billings, MT to Gilbert, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Billings, Montana, 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 Gilbert, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,297 and $2,529.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,110 - $2,021
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,297 - $2,529
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,653 - $3,386

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 Billings, Montana, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $715.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $77 and $153 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Billings to Gilbert?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Billings, MT vs Gilbert, AZ

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

The 1,233-mile move from Billings, MT, to Gilbert, AZ, costs between $2,409 and $9,734 with full-service movers, $1,309 - $4,233 with a moving container, and $756 - $2,221 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,162 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Gilbert tend to point to quality education and fantastic weather, though high cost of living and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Gilbert Public Schools and Banner Health 2,268.