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Ann Arbor, MI → Malibu, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ann Arbor to Malibu

About 2,326 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,960–$11,840, delivery in 7–14 days, 229 carriers on the Ann Arbor side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 2,326 miroad distance
  • 40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,960–$11,8402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,326 miles (1,971 straight-line)
Drive time
40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
229 (112 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Ann Arbor

The route from Ann Arbor, MI to Malibu, CA covers roughly 2,326 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,960 to $11,840 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Ann Arbor side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (112 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.

Ann Arbor has a population of about 122,233 and Malibu about 10,000. Ann Arbor is considerably denser (4,392 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 Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Ann Arbor to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 2,326 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,180 $3,880 $4,730
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,770 $5,820 $7,100
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,960 $9,700 $11,840
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,730 $15,520 $18,940
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,500 $21,340 $26,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,290–$4,640

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

Portable container

$3,100–$4,550

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

Full-service mover

$7,960–$11,840

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 Ann Arbor (origin)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
241829
MC
165377
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Route Verify on FMCSA

A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
296052
MC
192625
Based in
Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT
186721
MC
163645
Based in
Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT
3307370
MC
1049987
Based in
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3093121
MC
73065
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3454345
MC
1125919
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
610538
MC
293651
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT
2974615
MC
10764
Based in
Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ann Arbor to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,180 to $4,730 for a studio, $4,770 to $7,100 for a one-bedroom, $7,960 to $11,840 for a two-bedroom, $12,730 to $18,940 for a three-bedroom and $17,500 to $26,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Ann Arbor?

About 2,326 road miles (1,971 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Michigan 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 Ann Arbor to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,290 to $4,640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,100 to $4,550. 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 Ann Arbor–Malibu corridor.