Beaumont, TX → El Cajon, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Beaumont to El Cajon

About 1,599 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,710–$9,990, delivery in 5–10 days, 106 carriers on the Beaumont side and 339 in El Cajon.

1,599 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,710–$9,9902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Beaumont, Texas
To: El Cajon, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,599 miles (1,355 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 106 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 339 (105 interstate)

Reverse: El Cajon → Beaumont

El Cajon sits about 1,599 miles west of Beaumont, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas 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 $6,710 to $9,990 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Beaumont side there are 106 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 339 around El Cajon (105 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 El Cajon.

Beaumont has a population of about 112,967 and El Cajon about 101,755. El Cajon is the denser city (7,325 people per square mile versus 1,397 in Beaumont), 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 Beaumont to El Cajon

Full-service estimate for 1,599 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,680	$3,270	$3,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,030	$4,910	$5,990
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,710	$8,180	$9,990
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,740	$13,100	$15,980
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,770	$18,010	$21,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,240–$3,170

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

Portable container

$2,450–$3,600

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

Full-service mover

$6,710–$9,990

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 Beaumont (origin)

Lsj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 803218
MC: 410991
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (409) 730-9577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kdsi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1043519
MC: 436195
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (409) 835-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burris Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burris Transfer & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 119355
MC: 136526
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (409) 838-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wm-d'S Roll Off Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3156335
MC: 1576557
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (409) 880-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Galaxy Star Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4331064
MC: 1702848
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (409) 454-0526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jw Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wf Service INC

USDOT: 4427908
MC: 1741820
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77702 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (409) 351-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bod Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3659544
MC: 1264629
Based in: Richmond, TX 77706 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (832) 566-3339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Foster & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2410325
MC: 830492
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (318) 758-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 106 movers in Beaumont

Near El Cajon (destination)

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3296634
MC: 1044843
Based in: Poway, CA 92064 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (619) 991-9424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lovejoy'S Family Moving INC

USDOT: 3369820
MC: 778208
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91914 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (951) 541-6710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ackley Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1868365
MC: 675281
Based in: Poway, CA 92064 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (858) 735-9587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstate Van & Storage INC

USDOT: 692879
MC: 321079
Based in: Poway, CA 92064 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (858) 746-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sullivan Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 56181
MC: 127405
Based in: San Diego, CA 92111 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (253) 395-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

B One LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2271280
MC: 780878
Based in: El Cajon, CA 92020 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (619) 215-5125 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & D Towing Specialists

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: C & D Towing Specialists INC

USDOT: 1057657
MC: 442792
Based in: El Cajon, CA 92020 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (619) 463-8697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 339 movers in El Cajon

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Beaumont to El Cajon?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,680 to $3,990 for a studio, $4,030 to $5,990 for a one-bedroom, $6,710 to $9,990 for a two-bedroom, $10,740 to $15,980 for a three-bedroom and $14,770 to $21,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is El Cajon from Beaumont?

About 1,599 road miles (1,355 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Beaumont to El Cajon?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,240 to $3,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,450 to $3,600. 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 Beaumont–El Cajon corridor.