Moving from Irvine, CA to Chandler, AZ
About 399 miles across a state line, from California into Arizona, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Irvine, CA to Chandler, AZ covers about 399 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,796 – $2,394 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 5,179 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 399 miles, about 7 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,796 – $2,394. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 7 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Irvine to Chandler
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,347 – $1,796 | $970 – $1,293 | $646 – $862 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,616 – $2,155 | $1,163 – $1,551 | $776 – $1,034 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,796 – $2,394 | $1,293 – $1,724 | $862 – $1,149 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,065 – $2,753 | $1,487 – $1,982 | $991 – $1,321 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,334 – $3,112 | $1,681 – $2,241 | $1,120 – $1,494 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,693 – $3,591 | $1,939 – $2,586 | $1,293 – $1,724 |
Transport only, for an estimated 399 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Irvine to Chandler
399 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,995. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,796 to $2,394, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Irvine to Chandler
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 5,179 people a year (±1,141) moved from Orange County, CA, home to Irvine, to Maricopa County, AZ, home to Chandler. Going the other way: about 1,113 people a year (±320). Movers from Orange County make up 2.7% of the 189,397 people a year who moved into Maricopa County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 52,383 people a year (±6,890) moving from California to Arizona and about 28,174 people a year (±4,463) from Arizona to California — a net gain for Arizona of about 24,209 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles County, CA | 23,839 ±1,290 |
| Riverside County, CA | 18,321 ±1,804 |
| San Diego County, CA | 8,261 ±1,298 |
| San Bernardino County, CA | 7,799 ±1,869 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 5,179 ±1,141 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Pinal County, AZ | 11,423 ±1,245 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 8,614 ±1,297 |
| Pima County, AZ | 6,565 ±949 |
| San Diego County, CA | 5,206 ±1,126 |
| Coconino County, AZ | 5,198 ±805 |
Licensed movers at each end
56 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Irvine (245 counting those licensed only inside California). 39 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 15.1% of their 199 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Movers IncUSDOT 2211293 | Anaheim · 12 mi | 13 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 2 |
| Lucky Transportation CompanyUSDOT 586392 | City Industry · 22 mi | 12 trucks | 21 | 0.0% of 14 |
| Terry Moving and Storage IncUSDOT 649215 | Lake Forest · 6 mi | 11 trucks | 10 | 42.9% of 7 |
| Costa Mesa Moving Company IncUSDOT 1706190 | Santa Ana · 8 mi | 9 trucks | 11 | 0.0% of 10 |
| Norwalk Transfer IncUSDOT 182059 | La Habra · 21 mi | 9 trucks | 28 | 18.2% of 22 |
| Golden West MovingUSDOT 3872242 | Huntington Beach · 16 mi | 8 trucks | 18 | 8.3% of 12 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Chandler end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Chandler: Dircks Moving & Logistics (Phoenix, 24 trucks), Muscular Moving Men LLC (Phoenix, 22 trucks), Just-In Time Moving (Mesa, 20 trucks), Camelback Moving Inc (Phoenix, 20 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from California into Arizona, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Irvine to Chandler
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 399 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Chandler
A local move inside Chandler later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $515 – $845 for a two-bedroom home and $867 – $1,560 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Chandler are Gilbert (about 8 mi), Tempe (about 10 mi), Mesa (about 11 mi).
Other routes from Irvine
All routes from Irvine, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Irvine to Phoenix, AZ | ~383 mi | $1,724 – $2,298 |
| Irvine to Tucson, AZ | ~474 mi | $2,133 – $2,844 |
| Irvine to Tulsa, OK | ~1,449 mi | $6,521 – $8,694 |
| Irvine to Tampa, FL | ~2,474 mi | $11,133 – $14,844 |
| Irvine to New York City, NY | ~2,835 mi | $12,758 – $17,010 |
Also moving to Chandler: from Lancaster, CA, from Bakersfield, CA, from San Francisco, CA, from San Antonio, TX.
Irvine to Chandler moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Irvine to Chandler?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 399 miles cost about $1,347 – $1,796 for a studio, $1,796 – $2,394 for a two-bedroom home and $2,065 – $2,753 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Irvine to Chandler take?
The drive is about 7 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Irvine to Chandler?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $862 – $1,149 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,796 – $2,394 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,293 – $1,724.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Irvine to Chandler?
Yes. Irvine is in California and Chandler is in Arizona, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 56 listed movers within 30 miles of Irvine hold it.
How many people move from Irvine to Chandler each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 5,179 people a year (margin of error ±1,141) moved from Orange County, which contains Irvine, to Maricopa County, which contains Chandler.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.