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Ann Arbor, MI → San Diego, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ann Arbor to San Diego

About 2,276 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,870–$11,710, delivery in 7–14 days, 229 carriers on the Ann Arbor side and 626 in San Diego.

  • 2,276 miroad distance
  • 39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,870–$11,7102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,276 miles (1,929 straight-line)
Drive time
39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
229 (112 interstate)
Movers at destination
626 (217 interstate)

Reverse: San Diego → Ann Arbor

Moving from Ann Arbor to San Diego is a cross-country move of roughly 2,276 road miles, heading west from Michigan to California.

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 $7,870 to $11,710 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 39 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 626 around San Diego (217 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 San Diego.

Ann Arbor has a population of about 122,233 and San Diego about 1.4 million. The two cities have comparable density (4,392 and 4,256 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 San Diego

Full-service estimate for 2,276 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,150 $3,840 $4,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,720 $5,760 $7,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,870 $9,590 $11,710
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,590 $15,350 $18,730
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,310 $21,110 $25,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,240–$4,570

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

Portable container

$3,050–$4,490

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

Full-service mover

$7,870–$11,710

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

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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 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 San Diego (destination)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT
927424
MC
400335
Based in
San Diego, CA 92110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296634
MC
1044843
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (619) 991-9424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT
3312065
MC
1052279
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3476079
MC
1145709
Based in
Coronado, CA 92118 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ackley Enterprises INC

USDOT
1868365
MC
675281
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (858) 735-9587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lovejoy'S Family Moving INC

USDOT
3369820
MC
778208
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91914 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (951) 541-6710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstate Van & Storage INC

USDOT
692879
MC
321079
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (858) 746-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sullivan Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
56181
MC
127405
Based in
San Diego, CA 92111 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (253) 395-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 626 movers in San Diego

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ann Arbor to San Diego?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,150 to $4,680 for a studio, $4,720 to $7,020 for a one-bedroom, $7,870 to $11,710 for a two-bedroom, $12,590 to $18,730 for a three-bedroom and $17,310 to $25,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Diego from Ann Arbor?

About 2,276 road miles (1,929 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 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 San Diego?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,240 to $4,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,050 to $4,490. 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–San Diego corridor.