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Bozeman, MT → Malibu, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Bozeman to Malibu

About 1,065 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,380–$8,010, delivery in 3–7 days, 39 carriers on the Bozeman side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 1,065 miroad distance
  • 19 h 4 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,380–$8,0102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,065 miles (902 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 4 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
39 (27 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Bozeman

The route from Bozeman, MT to Malibu, CA covers roughly 1,065 miles by road, a southwest-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 $5,380 to $8,010 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 4 min.

On the Bozeman side there are 39 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (27 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Bozeman has a population of about 57,000 and Malibu about 10,000. Bozeman is considerably denser (2,493 people per square mile versus 537), 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 Montana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Bozeman to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 1,065 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,150 $2,630 $3,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,230 $3,940 $4,800
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,380 $6,560 $8,010
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,610 $10,500 $12,810
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,840 $14,440 $17,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$5,380–$8,010

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 Bozeman (origin)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT
4142949
MC
1588857
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2316339
MC
790746
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT
436774
MC
240409
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3854639
MC
1406132
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT
4460852
MC
1762976
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8811771
MC
77831789
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4557708
MC
1811084
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT
1902328
MC
1099864
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2668399
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2852806
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4106169
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3404810
Based in
Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bozeman to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,150 to $3,200 for a studio, $3,230 to $4,800 for a one-bedroom, $5,380 to $8,010 for a two-bedroom, $8,610 to $12,810 for a three-bedroom and $11,840 to $17,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Bozeman?

About 1,065 road miles (902 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Montana 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 Bozeman to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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 Bozeman–Malibu corridor.