Gilbert, AZ → Salinas, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Gilbert to Salinas

About 715 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,440–$6,610, delivery in 2–5 days, 449 carriers on the Gilbert side and 112 in Salinas.

715 miroad distance
13 h 2 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,440–$6,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Gilbert, Arizona
To: Salinas, California
Road distance: ≈ 715 miles (606 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 2 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 449 (182 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Salinas → Gilbert

The route from Gilbert, AZ to Salinas, CA covers roughly 715 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,440 to $6,610 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 2 min.

On the Gilbert side there are 449 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (182 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Salinas (42 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Salinas.

Gilbert has a population of about 287,285 and Salinas about 159,134. Salinas is the denser city (6,959 people per square mile versus 3,906 in Gilbert), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Gilbert to Salinas

Full-service estimate for 715 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,780	$2,170	$2,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,670	$3,250	$3,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,440	$5,420	$6,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,110	$8,670	$10,580
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,780	$11,920	$14,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,030–$1,460

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,660–$2,440

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,440–$6,610

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Gilbert (origin)

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3162620
MC: 112279
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85296 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guru Harrai LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2510177
MC: 870556
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85298 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 421-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1329421
MC: 513718
Based in: Chandler, AZ 85225 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3338899
MC: 1067588
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85295 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawsaw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3084607
MC: 68588
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85210 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (480) 334-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just-In Time Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just-In Time Moving And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1759501
MC: 823394
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85205 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (480) 213-0395 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3915387
MC: 1446610
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85202 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glover'S Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Glovers Solutions INC

USDOT: 1341750
MC: 1818780
Based in: Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 701-2046 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 449 movers in Gilbert

Near Salinas (destination)

Marios Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mario H Flores Ramos

USDOT: 1837323
MC: 696648
Based in: Salinas, CA 93905 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (831) 706-0104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cardinale Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 45193
MC: 138022
Based in: Castroville, CA 95012 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 632-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pastor R Torres

USDOT: 1267362
MC: 495423
Based in: Salinas, CA 93906 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (831) 710-7060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scarr Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 44159
MC: 139811
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 424-2784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southbay Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: South Bay Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 2967929
MC: 1213784
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (831) 205-1982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Poulos Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Poulos Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 2618126
MC: 1016606
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 394-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&m Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1207814
MC: 486132
Based in: Castroville, CA 95012 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (831) 633-5903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hdz Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3405537
MC: 1766261
Based in: Salinas, CA 93905 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 794-0655 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Salinas

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Gilbert to Salinas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,640 for a studio, $2,670 to $3,970 for a one-bedroom, $4,440 to $6,610 for a two-bedroom, $7,110 to $10,580 for a three-bedroom and $9,780 to $14,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Salinas from Gilbert?

About 715 road miles (606 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Arizona into California makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Gilbert to Salinas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,030 to $1,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,660 to $2,440. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Gilbert–Salinas corridor.