($794+) Portland, OR to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Portland, OR to Gilbert, AZ

Full-service movers for the 1,355-mile relocation from Portland, Oregon, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $2,514 and $10,472. 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 $366 - $2,440, 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 Portland typically charge a base rate around $278 plus $130 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,514 - $5,533
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,095 - $7,430
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,600 - $10,472

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 Portland to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Portland, OR to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Portland 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 Portland to Gilbert?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Portland, OR to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Portland, Oregon, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,354 and $4,554. 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 Portland runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,354 - $2,526
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,645 - $3,595
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,256 - $4,554

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 $854 in Portland, OR. 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 $92 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $183 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 Gilbert, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Portland 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 Portland, OR to Gilbert, AZ

Plan on $794 - $2,226 for a rental moving truck on the 1,355-mile route from Portland, Oregon, to Gilbert, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $526 - $601
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $24
• Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.19

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $794 - $1,678
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $858 - $1,938
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,148 - $2,226

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Portland, Oregon, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $854.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $526 - $601 for the 1,355-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $73 and $397, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $183 per night for hotel stops on the 1,355-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $366 - $549.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland 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 Portland, OR to Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Portland, Oregon, to Gilbert, Arizona. 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 $1,098 and $2,793.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,243 - $2,230
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,343 - $2,793
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,934 - $3,497

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 $92 and $183.
• 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 Portland, Oregon, for roughly five hours typically average $854.

What are the best freight companies from Portland to Gilbert?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Portland, OR 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 Portland 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

A move from Portland, OR, to Gilbert, AZ, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,514 - $10,472 on the 1,355-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,354 - $4,554, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $794 - $2,226. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,095 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live 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.