Bakersfield, CA → Thousand Oaks, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Bakersfield to Thousand Oaks

About 95 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,830–$2,720, delivery in 1–2 days, 270 carriers on the Bakersfield side and 84 in Thousand Oaks.

95 miroad distance
2 h 20 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,830–$2,7202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bakersfield, California
To: Thousand Oaks, California
Road distance: ≈ 95 miles (81 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 20 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 270 (144 interstate)
Movers at destination: 84 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Thousand Oaks → Bakersfield

Thousand Oaks sits about 95 miles south of Bakersfield, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 20 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,830 and $2,720, before packing or storage.

On the Bakersfield side there are 270 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (144 of them authorized for interstate work), and 84 around Thousand Oaks (35 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 Thousand Oaks.

Bakersfield has a population of about 422,165 and Thousand Oaks about 122,230. The two cities have comparable density (2,693 and 2,296 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Bakersfield to Thousand Oaks

Full-service estimate for 95 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$1,050	$1,280	$1,570
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,190	$1,450	$1,760
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,830	$2,230	$2,720
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,730	$3,330	$4,060
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,950	$4,810	$5,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$350

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,830–$2,720

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Bakersfield (origin)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Thousand Oaks (destination)

Synergy Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3319725
MC: 1057066
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 304-0978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nittur Designs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394167
MC: 1724079
Based in: Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 341-9266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Protech Delivery And Installation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2719511
Based in: Moorpark, CA 93021 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 292-1340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Presto Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1691575
MC: 621224
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93063 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (818) 349-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Hills Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4128186
MC: 1580238
Based in: West Hills, CA 91304 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (818) 946-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sursim USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1880395
MC: 678225
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93063 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (818) 823-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

P R Produce INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492537
MC: 1218485
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (805) 259-8404 Route Verify on FMCSA

To Your Home Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3167943
MC: 1019329
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (818) 314-5491 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Thousand Oaks

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Bakersfield and Thousand Oaks is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Thousand Oaks with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bakersfield to Thousand Oaks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,050 to $1,570 for a studio, $1,190 to $1,760 for a one-bedroom, $1,830 to $2,720 for a two-bedroom, $2,730 to $4,060 for a three-bedroom and $3,950 to $5,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thousand Oaks from Bakersfield?

About 95 road miles (81 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 20 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Bakersfield and Thousand Oaks 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 Bakersfield to Thousand Oaks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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 Bakersfield–Thousand Oaks corridor.