($1,029+) Memphis, TN to Fontana, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Fontana, CA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,747-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Fontana, California, with costs ranging from $2,299 - $9,834. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $298 - $1,984. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Memphis and Fontana. Local movers in Memphis typically start around $334 as a base rate plus $125/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,299 - $5,219
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,084 - $6,860
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,972 - $9,834

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 Memphis to Fontana.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Fontana, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fontana, 52% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Memphis, TN to Fontana, CA

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Fontana, California, cost between $1,474 and $4,910. 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 Memphis runs about $45/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,474 - $2,752
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,886 - $3,967
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,574 - $4,910

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 $694 in Memphis, TN. 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 $74 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $149 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 Fontana, CA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Fontana, CA

Renting a moving truck for the 1,747-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Fontana, California, costs between $1,029 and $2,881, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $551 - $630
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,029 - $1,882
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,113 - $2,240
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,376 - $2,881

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 $74 and $347.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $149.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $551 and $630 for the 1,747-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 $694 for 2 movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Fontana, CA

For larger DIY moves from Memphis, Tennessee, 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 Fontana, 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 $1,523 and $3,019.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,352 - $2,378
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,523 - $3,019
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,976 - $4,259

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 $74 - $149 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about five hours typically runs $694.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis 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.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN 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 Memphis 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 Memphis, TN, to Fontana, 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 $2,299 - $9,834 on the 1,747-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,474 - $4,910 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,029 - $2,881 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,084 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 California Steel Industries and Fontana Unified.