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Costa Mesa, CA

Clearwater, FL → Costa Mesa, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Clearwater to Costa Mesa

About 2,491 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,430–$12,540, delivery in 7–14 days, 361 carriers on the Clearwater side and 425 in Costa Mesa.

  • 2,491 miroad distance
  • 43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,430–$12,5402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,491 miles (2,111 straight-line)
Drive time
43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
361 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination
425 (150 interstate)

Reverse: Costa Mesa → Clearwater

The route from Clearwater, FL to Costa Mesa, CA covers roughly 2,491 miles by road, a west-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 $8,430 to $12,540 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 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Clearwater side there are 361 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 of them authorized for interstate work), and 425 around Costa Mesa (150 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 Costa Mesa.

Clearwater has a population of about 114,364 and Costa Mesa about 108,881. Costa Mesa is the denser city (7,083 people per square mile versus 4,494 in Clearwater), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clearwater to Costa Mesa

Full-service estimate for 2,491 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,370 $4,110 $5,020
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,060 $6,170 $7,530
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,430 $10,280 $12,540
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,490 $16,450 $20,070
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,550 $22,620 $27,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,460–$4,880

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

Portable container

$3,240–$4,770

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

Full-service mover

$8,430–$12,540

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 Clearwater (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT
1397252
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2979890
MC
15958
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1208624
MC
480786
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3436639
MC
1114981
Based in
Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
74296
MC
128791
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1616398
MC
597443
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1945381
MC
692474
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896761
MC
274730
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

Near Costa Mesa (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC

USDOT
2714701
MC
117140
Based in
Irvine, CA 92614 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (714) 552-9014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2247083
Based in
Buena Park, CA 90620 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Line Drive Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2483381
MC
859536
Based in
Anaheim, CA 92806 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (800) 899-0668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3293353
MC
1043255
Based in
Santa Ana, CA 92707 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1030265
MC
987394
Based in
Irvine, CA 92618 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (310) 337-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lgl INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2448815
MC
845207
Based in
Irvine, CA 92603 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Laverde Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1156979
MC
909517
Based in
Garden Grove, CA 92840 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (714) 726-0686 Route Verify on FMCSA

G A Express Nsr INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2527158
MC
877876
Based in
Anaheim, CA 92804 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (714) 469-4094 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 425 movers in Costa Mesa

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Clearwater to Costa Mesa?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,370 to $5,020 for a studio, $5,060 to $7,530 for a one-bedroom, $8,430 to $12,540 for a two-bedroom, $13,490 to $20,070 for a three-bedroom and $18,550 to $27,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Costa Mesa from Clearwater?

About 2,491 road miles (2,111 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 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 Florida 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 Clearwater to Costa Mesa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,460 to $4,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,240 to $4,770. 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 Clearwater–Costa Mesa corridor.