($1,573+) Newark, NJ to Fontana, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Fontana, CA

Full-service movers for the 2,734-mile relocation from Newark, New Jersey, to Fontana, California, cost between $2,502 and $11,360. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $386 - $2,572, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Newark typically charge a base rate around $260 plus $120 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,502 - $5,791
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,643 - $7,867
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,852 - $11,360

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 Newark to Fontana.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Fontana, CA

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

What are the best full-service movers from Newark to Fontana?

All three below meet the standards set by the California Moving & Storage Association, the group most California 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 Newark, NJ to Fontana, CA

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Fontana, California, cost between $1,939 and $7,151. 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 Newark costs roughly $130/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Newark to Fontana:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,939 - $3,654
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,462 - $5,192
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,752 - $7,151

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $96 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $193 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Fontana, CA, 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 $900 in Newark, NJ. 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 Newark to Fontana?

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 Newark, NJ to Fontana, CA

Truck rentals from Newark, New Jersey, to Fontana, California, range from $1,526 - $4,409 for the 2,734-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,119 - $1,279
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Newark daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Newark to Fontana based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,526 - $2,987
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,790 - $3,519
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,262 - $4,409

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 $96 and $450.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $193.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,119 and $1,279 for the 2,734-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 $900 for 2 movers in Newark, New Jersey, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Newark to Fontana?

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 Newark, NJ to Fontana, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Newark, New Jersey, to Fontana, California. 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 $1,157 and $4,457.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,889 - $3,323
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,177 - $4,457
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,716 - $6,194

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $96 and $193.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Newark, New Jersey, for roughly five hours typically average $900.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Fontana?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. 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.

Cost of living: Newark, NJ vs Fontana, CA

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