Gilbert, AZ → Surprise, AZ · Short-haul move

Movers from Gilbert to Surprise

About 56 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,300–$1,940, delivery in 1–2 days, 449 carriers on the Gilbert side and 435 in Surprise.

56 miroad distance
1 h 40 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,300–$1,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Gilbert, Arizona
To: Surprise, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 56 miles (48 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 40 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Arizona)
Movers at origin: 449 (182 interstate)
Movers at destination: 435 (213 interstate)

Reverse: Surprise → Gilbert

The route from Gilbert, AZ to Surprise, AZ covers roughly 56 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 40 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,300 and $1,940, before packing or storage.

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 435 around Surprise (213 interstate). For an in-state 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 Surprise.

Gilbert has a population of about 287,285 and Surprise about 175,304. Gilbert is considerably denser (3,906 people per square mile versus 1,298), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Gilbert to Surprise

Full-service estimate for 56 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$720	$870	$1,070
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$830	$1,010	$1,230
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,300	$1,590	$1,940
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,990	$2,420	$2,960
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,930	$3,570	$4,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,300–$1,940

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

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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 Surprise (destination)

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1580995
MC: 687455
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1440220
MC: 544203
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT: 3510559
MC: 1161846
Based in: Peoria, AZ 85382 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (602) 451-2737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3553372
MC: 1190836
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kb1 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1772440
MC: 647173
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (623) 694-3563 Route Verify on FMCSA

Profi Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1747913
MC: 639931
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (623) 229-6106 Route Verify on FMCSA

Copperstate Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2132766
MC: 795339
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85395 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (623) 205-9910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guazzo Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2798835
MC: 938349
Based in: Wittmann, AZ 85361 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (623) 326-2828 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 435 movers in Surprise

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $720 to $1,070 for a studio, $830 to $1,230 for a one-bedroom, $1,300 to $1,940 for a two-bedroom, $1,990 to $2,960 for a three-bedroom and $2,930 to $4,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Surprise from Gilbert?

About 56 road miles (48 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 40 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Gilbert and Surprise are in Arizona, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

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

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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–Surprise corridor.