Lancaster, CA

Ashland, OR → Lancaster, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Ashland to Lancaster

About 676 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,450–$6,620, delivery in 2–5 days, 5 carriers on the Ashland side and 105 in Lancaster.

  • 676 miroad distance
  • 12 h 21 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,450–$6,6202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 676 miles (573 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 21 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
5 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination
105 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Lancaster → Ashland

The route from Ashland, OR to Lancaster, CA covers roughly 676 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,450 to $6,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 21 min.

On the Ashland side there are 5 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1 of them authorized for interstate work), and 105 around Lancaster (57 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 Lancaster.

Ashland has a population of about 21,000 and Lancaster about 170,084. Ashland is considerably denser (3,219 people per square mile versus 1,840), 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 Oregon, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Ashland to Lancaster

Full-service estimate for 676 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,780 $2,170 $2,650
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,670 $3,260 $3,970
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,450 $5,430 $6,620
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,120 $8,680 $10,590
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,790 $11,940 $14,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$4,450–$6,620

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Ashland, OR → Lancaster, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Ashland (origin)

Earth Stewards LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2186546
Based in
Talent, OR 97540 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Junior Mover

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2205624
Based in
Ashland, OR 97520 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Peoples Warehouse INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
26826
MC
32168
Based in
Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (36 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Jamayca'S Holdings LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1840557
MC
667062
Based in
Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (36 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

J&c Hauling Limited Liability Company

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3482383
MC
1143370
Based in
Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (36 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 5 movers in Ashland

Near Lancaster (destination)

Warvet LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4438298
MC
1747298
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4384395
MC
1719247
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4216491
MC
1639401
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Av Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3148907
MC
103731
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2951860
MC
1555690
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

C & E Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3473111
MC
1137379
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Geo4road INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3975931
MC
1487146
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Leo'S Trucking & Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9348380
MC
68741251
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All 105 movers in Lancaster

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ashland to Lancaster?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,650 for a studio, $2,670 to $3,970 for a one-bedroom, $4,450 to $6,620 for a two-bedroom, $7,120 to $10,590 for a three-bedroom and $9,790 to $14,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lancaster from Ashland?

About 676 road miles (573 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 21 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon 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 Ashland to Lancaster?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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 Ashland–Lancaster corridor.