Malibu, CA

Albuquerque, NM → Malibu, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Albuquerque to Malibu

About 817 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,560–$6,790, delivery in 2–5 days, 129 carriers on the Albuquerque side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 817 miroad distance
  • 14 h 47 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,560–$6,7902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 817 miles (693 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 47 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
129 (72 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Albuquerque

Malibu sits about 817 miles west of Albuquerque, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Mexico to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,560 to $6,790 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 14 h 47 min.

On the Albuquerque side there are 129 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (72 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Albuquerque has a population of about 556,588 and Malibu about 10,000. Albuquerque is considerably denser (3,014 people per square mile versus 537), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than New Mexico, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Albuquerque to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 817 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,830 $2,230 $2,720
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,740 $3,340 $4,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,560 $5,570 $6,790
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,300 $8,910 $10,870
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,040 $12,250 $14,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,140–$1,610

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

Portable container

$1,750–$2,570

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

Full-service mover

$4,560–$6,790

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

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Albuquerque (origin)

Zanios Foods

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2049756
MC
936475
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2907535
MC
978867
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95864
MC
487378
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95947
MC
121026
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Prorelo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2391081
MC
821866
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Buehler Moving Of New Mexico LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4490870
MC
1776976
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
337290
MC
169871
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2480299
MC
858314
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87114 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 129 movers in Albuquerque

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2668399
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2852806
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4106169
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3404810
Based in
Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Albuquerque to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,830 to $2,720 for a studio, $2,740 to $4,070 for a one-bedroom, $4,560 to $6,790 for a two-bedroom, $7,300 to $10,870 for a three-bedroom and $10,040 to $14,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Albuquerque?

About 817 road miles (693 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 47 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 New Mexico 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 Albuquerque to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,140 to $1,610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,750 to $2,570. 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 Albuquerque–Malibu corridor.