Poly Trucking INC
- 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
Arlington, TX → Simi Valley, CA · Long-distance move
About 1,473 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,460–$9,620, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 221 in Simi Valley.
Moving from Arlington to Simi Valley is a long-distance move of roughly 1,473 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 $6,460 to $9,620 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 26 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 221 around Simi Valley (91 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 Simi Valley.
Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Simi Valley about 124,861. Arlington is considerably denser (4,111 people per square mile versus 3,045), 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 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,590 | $3,150 | $3,850 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,880 | $4,730 | $5,770 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,460 | $7,880 | $9,620 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $10,340 | $12,610 | $15,380 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $14,220 | $17,340 | $21,150 |
$2,110–$2,980
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,330–$3,430
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,460–$9,620
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Arlington, TX → Simi Valley, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,590 to $3,850 for a studio, $3,880 to $5,770 for a one-bedroom, $6,460 to $9,620 for a two-bedroom, $10,340 to $15,380 for a three-bedroom and $14,220 to $21,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,473 road miles (1,248 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).
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.
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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,110 to $2,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,330 to $3,430. 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.
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–Simi Valley corridor.