($409+) Reno, NV to Irvine, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Reno, NV to Irvine, CA

For the 501-mile move from Reno, Nevada, to Irvine, California, full-service movers cost between $1,260 and $8,022. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $412 - $2,748 (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 Reno generally start around $404 plus $120 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,260 - $3,797
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,981 - $5,481
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,827 - $8,022

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 Reno to Irvine.

Specialty moving services from Reno, NV to Irvine, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Reno movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Irvine, 56% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for California Moving & Storage Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in California 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 Reno, NV to Irvine, CA

Moving containers from Reno, Nevada, to Irvine, California, cost between $975 and $2,952. 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 Reno costs roughly $110/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $975 - $1,646
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,225 - $2,389
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,518 - $2,952

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Reno, NV and Irvine, 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 $962 in Reno, NV, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $103 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $206 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 Reno to Irvine?

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 Reno, NV to Irvine, CA

Truck rentals from Reno, Nevada, to Irvine, California, range from $409 - $1,128 for the 501-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $219 - $250
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Reno daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.29

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $409 - $790
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $445 - $892
• 4+ bedrooms: $527 - $1,128

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 $103 and $481.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $206.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $219 and $250 for the 501-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 $962 for 2 movers in Reno, Nevada, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Reno, NV to Irvine, CA

For larger DIY moves from Reno, Nevada, 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 Irvine, California.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $960 and $1,856.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $826 - $1,466
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $960 - $1,856
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,343 - $2,314

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $103 - $206 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Reno, Nevada, for about five hours typically runs $962.

What are the best freight companies from Reno to Irvine?

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.

Cost of living: Reno, NV vs Irvine, CA

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

How you handle your interstate move from Reno, NV, to Irvine, CA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,260 - $8,022 on the 501-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $975 - $2,952 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $409 - $1,128 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $1,981 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America and Taco Bell.