Augusta, ME → Murrieta, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Augusta to Murrieta

About 3,088 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,500–$14,130, delivery in 7–14 days, 129 carriers on the Augusta side and 142 in Murrieta.

3,088 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,500–$14,1302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Augusta, Maine
To: Murrieta, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,088 miles (2,617 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 129 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (70 interstate)

Reverse: Murrieta → Augusta

Murrieta sits about 3,088 miles west of Augusta, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maine to California that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $9,500 to $14,130 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 53 hours (6 driving days).

On the Augusta side there are 129 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (50 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Murrieta (70 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 Murrieta.

Augusta has a population of about 19,000 and Murrieta about 114,124. Murrieta is the denser city (3,302 people per square mile versus 343 in Augusta), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Maine, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Augusta to Murrieta

Full-service estimate for 3,088 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,800	$4,630	$5,650
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,700	$6,950	$8,480
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,500	$11,580	$14,130
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,200	$18,540	$22,610
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,900	$25,490	$31,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,220–$5,960

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

Portable container

$3,780–$5,550

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

Full-service mover

$9,500–$14,130

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 Augusta (origin)

McGee On Road Equipment LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669951
MC: 338700
Based in: West Gardiner, ME 04345 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (207) 582-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Transfer & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357146
MC: 1704445
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (802) 289-2905 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khaled Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4184655
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (201) 674-3246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Commercial Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50872
MC: 392735
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 623-3875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vallee Interiors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4518105
MC: 1789704
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (207) 592-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pushard Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr

USDOT: 2333492
MC: 796728
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (207) 441-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Driver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4143933
MC: 1589428
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (207) 287-0248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Responders Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4352561
MC: 1702060
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (207) 357-3577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Augusta

Near Murrieta (destination)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3726885
MC: 1314053
Based in: Temecula, CA 92592 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (951) 553-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968191
MC: 733054
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 296-5757 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4316695
MC: 1683488
Based in: Temecula, CA 92590 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 834-3539 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3704517
MC: 1297579
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transistions INC

USDOT: 4055879
MC: 1537960
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (951) 561-3449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1864862
MC: 674258
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (909) 717-8115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Radu Danciu

USDOT: 2588395
MC: 907553
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (661) 414-2752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teg Carrier

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4217682
MC: 1641209
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 425-8137 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Murrieta

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Augusta to Murrieta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,800 to $5,650 for a studio, $5,700 to $8,480 for a one-bedroom, $9,500 to $14,130 for a two-bedroom, $15,200 to $22,610 for a three-bedroom and $20,900 to $31,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Murrieta from Augusta?

About 3,088 road miles (2,617 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 hours (6 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 Maine 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 Augusta to Murrieta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,220 to $5,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,780 to $5,550. 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 Augusta–Murrieta corridor.