Chula Vista, CA → Augusta, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from Chula Vista to Augusta

About 3,117 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,550–$14,210, delivery in 7–14 days, 440 carriers on the Chula Vista side and 129 in Augusta.

3,117 miroad distance
54 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,550–$14,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chula Vista, California
To: Augusta, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 3,117 miles (2,642 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 440 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Chula Vista

The route from Chula Vista, CA to Augusta, ME covers roughly 3,117 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,550 to $14,210 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 54 hours (7 driving days).

On the Chula Vista side there are 440 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (159 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.

Chula Vista has a population of about 275,533 and Augusta about 19,000. Chula Vista is considerably denser (5,554 people per square mile versus 343), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Maine than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Chula Vista to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 3,117 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,680
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,730	$6,990	$8,530
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,550	$11,650	$14,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,280	$18,640	$22,740
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,010	$25,630	$31,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,250–$6,000

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

Portable container

$3,800–$5,590

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

Full-service mover

$9,550–$14,210

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 Chula Vista (origin)

Crown Xpress Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1099085
MC: 453813
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (619) 666-1680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Esquer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Multimodal Esquer INC

USDOT: 752830
MC: 340729
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (619) 737-6882 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jlx INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Xpress INC

USDOT: 2563169
MC: 894648
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (619) 671-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT: 927424
MC: 400335
Based in: San Diego, CA 92110 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476079
MC: 1145709
Based in: Coronado, CA 92118 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlas Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 668059
MC: 312552
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (619) 489-2324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hjm International Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4611786
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (619) 407-0426 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 440 movers in Chula Vista

Near Augusta (destination)

McGee On Road Equipment LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669951
MC: 338700
Based in: West Gardiner, ME 04345 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (207) 582-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Transfer & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357146
MC: 1704445
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (802) 289-2905 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khaled Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4184655
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (201) 674-3246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Commercial Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50872
MC: 392735
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 623-3875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vallee Interiors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4518105
MC: 1789704
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (207) 592-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pushard Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr

USDOT: 2333492
MC: 796728
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (207) 441-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Driver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4143933
MC: 1589428
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (207) 287-0248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Responders Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4352561
MC: 1702060
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (207) 357-3577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Augusta

Tips for this move

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 Augusta accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chula Vista to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,820 to $5,680 for a studio, $5,730 to $8,530 for a one-bedroom, $9,550 to $14,210 for a two-bedroom, $15,280 to $22,740 for a three-bedroom and $21,010 to $31,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Chula Vista?

About 3,117 road miles (2,642 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 54 hours (7 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 California into Maine 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 Chula Vista to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,250 to $6,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,800 to $5,590. 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 Chula Vista–Augusta corridor.