Burlington, VT → Riverside, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Burlington to Riverside

About 2,880 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,250–$13,760, delivery in 7–14 days, 73 carriers on the Burlington side and 1,224 in Riverside.

2,880 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,250–$13,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Burlington, Vermont
To: Riverside, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,880 miles (2,441 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 73 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,224 (674 interstate)

Reverse: Riverside → Burlington

Riverside sits about 2,880 miles west of Burlington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Vermont 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 $9,250 to $13,760 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Burlington side there are 73 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,224 around Riverside (674 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 Riverside.

Burlington has a population of about 45,000 and Riverside about 323,057. The two cities have comparable density (4,343 and 3,879 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Vermont, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Burlington to Riverside

Full-service estimate for 2,880 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,700	$4,510	$5,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,550	$6,770	$8,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,250	$11,280	$13,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,800	$18,040	$22,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,340	$24,810	$30,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,010–$5,660

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

Portable container

$3,590–$5,280

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

Full-service mover

$9,250–$13,760

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 Burlington (origin)

Winds Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2529848
MC: 879056
Based in: Milton, VT 05468 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 61 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (802) 373-1156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 434207
MC: 190629
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (802) 893-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fireball Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2939394
MC: 997036
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (802) 864-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carpenter'S Motor Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86326
MC: 105506
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 862-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray'S Seafood Market INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 344283
MC: 537847
Based in: Burlington, VT 05401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (802) 658-7928 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Transforce LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586862
MC: 907740
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 829-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&s Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1665580
MC: 670173
Based in: Richmond, VT 05477 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (802) 279-0606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Booska Movers INC

USDOT: 786533
MC: 437707
Based in: South Burlington, VT 05403 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (802) 864-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 73 movers in Burlington

Near Riverside (destination)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408861
MC: 1099783
Based in: Riverside, CA 92518 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 107 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (951) 601-5701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ttl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Total Transportation Logistics INC

USDOT: 2739945
MC: 1129944
Based in: Corona, CA 92881 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461971
MC: 850730
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1782985
MC: 650038
Based in: Riverside, CA 92505 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT: 3038921
MC: 60287
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,224 movers in Riverside

Tips for this move

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.
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 Riverside accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Burlington to Riverside?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,700 to $5,500 for a studio, $5,550 to $8,260 for a one-bedroom, $9,250 to $13,760 for a two-bedroom, $14,800 to $22,010 for a three-bedroom and $20,340 to $30,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Riverside from Burlington?

About 2,880 road miles (2,441 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 Vermont 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 Burlington to Riverside?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,010 to $5,660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,590 to $5,280. 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 Burlington–Riverside corridor.