Chula Vista, CA → Inglewood, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Chula Vista to Inglewood

About 141 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,610–$3,880, delivery in 1–2 days, 440 carriers on the Chula Vista side and 1,198 in Inglewood.

141 miroad distance
3 h 8 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,610–$3,8802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chula Vista, California
To: Inglewood, California
Road distance: ≈ 141 miles (120 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 8 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 440 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,198 (507 interstate)

Reverse: Inglewood → Chula Vista

The route from Chula Vista, CA to Inglewood, CA covers roughly 141 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 8 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,610 and $3,880, before packing or storage.

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 1,198 around Inglewood (507 interstate). For an in-state 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 Inglewood.

Chula Vista has a population of about 275,533 and Inglewood about 101,662. Inglewood is the denser city (11,842 people per square mile versus 5,554 in Chula Vista), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Chula Vista to Inglewood

Full-service estimate for 141 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,570	$1,910	$2,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,610	$3,180	$3,880
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,170	$5,090	$6,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,740	$7,000	$8,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,610–$3,880

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 Inglewood (destination)

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2719785
MC: 934868
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274552
MC: 496960
Based in: Gardena, CA 90248 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,198 movers in Inglewood

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Chula Vista and Inglewood is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Inglewood with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,570 to $2,330 for a one-bedroom, $2,610 to $3,880 for a two-bedroom, $4,170 to $6,210 for a three-bedroom and $5,740 to $8,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Inglewood from Chula Vista?

About 141 road miles (120 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 8 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Chula Vista and Inglewood are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Chula Vista to Inglewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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–Inglewood corridor.