Bemidji, MN → Simi Valley, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Bemidji to Simi Valley

About 1,812 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,250–$10,780, delivery in 5–10 days, 27 carriers on the Bemidji side and 221 in Simi Valley.

1,812 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,250–$10,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bemidji, Minnesota
To: Simi Valley, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,812 miles (1,535 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (12 interstate)
Movers at destination: 221 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Simi Valley → Bemidji

Simi Valley sits about 1,812 miles southwest of Bemidji, which makes this an interstate relocation from Minnesota 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 $7,250 to $10,780 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Bemidji side there are 27 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (12 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.

Bemidji has a population of about 15,000 and Simi Valley about 124,861. Simi Valley is the denser city (3,045 people per square mile versus 914 in Bemidji), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Minnesota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Bemidji to Simi Valley

Full-service estimate for 1,812 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,900	$3,530	$4,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,350	$5,300	$6,470
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,250	$8,840	$10,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,590	$14,140	$17,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,940	$19,440	$23,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,610–$3,690

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

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

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

Full-service mover

$7,250–$10,780

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 Bemidji (origin)

Blue Ox Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jake Sobieck INC

USDOT: 3426527
MC: 1167990
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (218) 308-6001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchants Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2361651
MC: 872523
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (218) 751-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uncle Sams Moving Crew LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4467758
MC: 1762889
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 551-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tc Recycling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tc Lighting Supplies And Recycling INC

USDOT: 2545284
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (218) 751-9091 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bemidji Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 590460
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (218) 751-4958 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speeds LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2149793
MC: 1068743
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (218) 760-0525 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Fast Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4400809
Based in: Solway, MN 56678 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 214-0440 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Smith

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1198540
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (218) 444-3148 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Bemidji

Near Simi Valley (destination)

Synergy Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3319725
MC: 1057066
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 304-0978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morbro Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3305894
MC: 1049260
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (818) 568-7787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nittur Designs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394167
MC: 1724079
Based in: Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (8 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

Ben Hur Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Precision Moving & Storage Corporation

USDOT: 2569585
MC: 897757
Based in: Chatworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (818) 332-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prodigy Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3983945
MC: 1492541
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (818) 993-8813 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northstar Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northstar Moving Corporation

USDOT: 1836576
MC: 665757
Based in: Northridge, CA 91324 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (800) 275-7767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Air 1 Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1095485
MC: 1698263
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (818) 753-6870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 221 movers in Simi Valley

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Simi Valley accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bemidji to Simi Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,900 to $4,310 for a studio, $4,350 to $6,470 for a one-bedroom, $7,250 to $10,780 for a two-bedroom, $11,590 to $17,250 for a three-bedroom and $15,940 to $23,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Simi Valley from Bemidji?

About 1,812 road miles (1,535 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Minnesota 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 Bemidji to Simi Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,610 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. 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 Bemidji–Simi Valley corridor.