Best Irvine to Louisville Movers

How Much Do Irvine to Louisville Movers Cost?

Moving 2,114 miles from Irvine, CA to Louisville, KY will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Louisville that already have a booked job heading from Louisville to Irvine. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Louisville from Irvine entirely empty. If you can find a Louisville moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Irvine to Louisville moving option

Hire local Irvine movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Louisville movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Irvine to Louisville move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Irvine to Louisville movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Irvine, CA to Louisville, KY long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Irvine to Louisville moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 24 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Irvine and Louisville areas.

From these 24 companies, we analyzed a total of 10,843 reviews dating all the way back to March 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 9 state and federal moving licenses from these 24 companies and 113 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~10,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 821 Irvine to Louisville moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Trek Movers) vs older more established companies (like NorthStar Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Irvine to Louisville moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.59/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 7,928 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.49/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 2,688 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.97/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 1,463 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.68/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 2,795 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.73/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 926 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.82/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 3,518 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.08/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 4,625 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.36/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 7,995 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.57/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 4,434 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.45/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 718 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.33/10 avg (Irvine & Louisville combined) from 3,636 reviews

From Irvine to Louisville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Woodbridge in Irvine & Norton Commons in Louisville are both known for their planned community with parks & family-friendly
• Irvine's Turtle Rock neighborhood & Louisville's Anchorage both share an upscale, wooded & secluded setting
• If you're moving from University Park, check out Clifton in the Louisville area for being near a university campus & student housing
• Do you enjoy Northpark's suburban shopping & family focus? You're sure to love St. Matthews
• Move from Orchard Hills to Anchorage and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: large estates, gated & hillside
• Portola Springs & Norton Commons are both known for their master-planned, new construction & walkable
• Irvine's Quail Hill neighborhood & Louisville's Cherokee Triangle neighborhood both have an adjacency to major parks & trails
• If you're moving from University Town Center, look into NuLu for its urban center with shops & eateries
• Do you cherish living in Irvine Spectrum's retail hub with entertainment & nightlife? Move into The Highlands for something similar

Irvine vs. Louisville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Irvine to Louisville, you will be trading the iconic Sushi of Irvine for the equally delicious Hot Brown Sandwich of Louisville. And while the locals in Irvine rave about their flavorful Bulgogi and sumptuous Tacos, Louisville residents know they have tasty Fried chicken and Burgoo to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Acai Bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Seitan “wings” of Louisville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Irvine eateries like Din Tai Fung, HaiDiLao Hot Pot, and Habuya Okinawan Dining. After the boxes are unpacked in Louisville, don't wait too long before making your way to Louisville's acclaimed eateries like Jack Fry’s, 610 Magnolia, and Buck’s Restaurant.

When comparing lifestyles, Louisville shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Irvine. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Louisville compared to what you are used to in Irvine. Also, the overall foodie scene is less bustling in Louisville.

Discover Louisville Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Louisville is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Irvine favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Andrei's Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails, North Italia, and Habana in Irvine, we're sure you'll love Le Moo, Volare Italian Ristorante, and Havana Rumba in Louisville. See our Louisville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Irvine hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Houston's, head to Jack Fry's on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Irvine and Louisville

• The Modern and Spanish architecture that Irvine is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Craftsman architecture typical of Louisville.
• Compared to Irvine's real estate listings that commonly reference solar panels and smart home features, Louisville real estate listings often highlight features like hardwood floors and large backyards.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Louisville is more walkable than Irvine.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Louisville is less bike-friendly than Irvine.
• Louisville has more of an urban feel than Irvine.
• Louisville housing costs are 84% less expensive than they are in Irvine with a median home price of $238,102 compared to Irvine's $1,489,822.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Louisville have increased by 37% compared to a 61% increase in Irvine.
• Rent in Louisville is 57.27% more affordable than in Irvine.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Louisville, KY

1. 1 The Highlands: Walkable streets lined with dog-friendly patios and easy access to Cherokee Park's trails and the Cochran Hill Dog Run.
2. 2 St. Matthews: Proximity to Seneca Park and Brown Park, plentiful sidewalks and yards, and many pet-friendly rentals and patios.
3. 3 Crescent Hill: Frankfort Avenue's sidewalks and pet-welcoming cafes plus nearby green spaces like the Crescent Hill Reservoir make daily walks easy.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Irvine and Louisville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Louisville tend to earn about 46% less than in Irvine
• The COLI in Louisville is 36% lower than what you are used to living in Irvine
• The state income tax in KY is 5% compared to 9.3% in CA
• The affluence in Louisville is moderate compared to high in Irvine
• The poverty level is higher in Louisville compared to lower in Irvine
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Irvine and concerning in Louisville