Arlington, TX → Long Beach, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Arlington to Long Beach

About 1,435 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,360–$9,460, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 1,558 in Long Beach.

1,435 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,360–$9,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Arlington, Texas
To: Long Beach, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,435 miles (1,216 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,558 (664 interstate)

Reverse: Long Beach → Arlington

Moving from Arlington to Long Beach is a long-distance move of roughly 1,435 road miles, heading west from Texas 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 $6,360 to $9,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Arlington side there are 1,724 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (721 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,558 around Long Beach (664 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 Long Beach.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Long Beach about 450,469. Long Beach is the denser city (9,206 people per square mile versus 4,111 in Arlington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Arlington to Long Beach

Full-service estimate for 1,435 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,540	$3,100	$3,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,810	$4,650	$5,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,360	$7,750	$9,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,170	$12,400	$15,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,990	$17,060	$20,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,070–$2,930

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

Portable container

$2,300–$3,380

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

Full-service mover

$6,360–$9,460

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 Arlington (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 160955
MC: 180584
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT: 1836511
MC: 665731
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT: 822809
MC: 364675
Based in: Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1986353
MC: 703067
Based in: North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1018527
MC: 427093
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3508894
MC: 1160787
Based in: Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3977236
MC: 1488003
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

Near Long Beach (destination)

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274552
MC: 496960
Based in: Gardena, CA 90248 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3401792
MC: 1095095
Based in: South Gate, CA 90280 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 710576
MC: 327888
Based in: LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 770045
MC: 345513
Based in: Compton, CA 90221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (562) 983-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,558 movers in Long Beach

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Long Beach if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arlington to Long Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,810 to $5,680 for a one-bedroom, $6,360 to $9,460 for a two-bedroom, $10,170 to $15,130 for a three-bedroom and $13,990 to $20,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Long Beach from Arlington?

About 1,435 road miles (1,216 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Arlington to Long Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,070 to $2,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,300 to $3,380. 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 Arlington–Long Beach corridor.