Malibu, CA

Antioch, CA → Malibu, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Antioch to Malibu

About 379 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,680–$5,480, delivery in 1–3 days, 124 carriers on the Antioch side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 379 miroad distance
  • 7 h 14 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,680–$5,4802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 379 miles (321 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 14 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
124 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Antioch

Moving from Antioch to Malibu is a regional long-distance move of roughly 379 road miles, heading southeast within 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 $3,680 to $5,480 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 14 min.

On the Antioch side there are 124 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (36 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Antioch has a population of about 118,958 and Malibu about 10,000. Antioch is considerably denser (3,948 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.

Cost of moving from Antioch to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 379 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,210 $2,690 $3,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,680 $4,490 $5,480
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,890 $7,190 $8,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,100 $9,880 $12,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$540–$760

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

Portable container

$1,360–$2,000

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

Full-service mover

$3,680–$5,480

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 Antioch (origin)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3029484
MC
1495511
Based in
Pittsburg, CA 94565 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3411346
MC
1101728
Based in
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3460243
MC
1129236
Based in
Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Iraheta Bros 2 INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2524708
MC
876779
Based in
Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1509528
MC
565881
Based in
Concord, CA 94521 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1659739
MC
610530
Based in
Concord, CA 94520 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Tim Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4075064
MC
1549017
Based in
Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lake Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1535480
MC
571702
Based in
Discovery Bay, CA 94514 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 124 movers in Antioch

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 Antioch to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,210 to $3,290 for a one-bedroom, $3,680 to $5,480 for a two-bedroom, $5,890 to $8,770 for a three-bedroom and $8,100 to $12,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Antioch?

About 379 road miles (321 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

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

No. Because both Antioch and Malibu are in California, 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 Antioch to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,000. 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 Antioch–Malibu corridor.