Concord, CA → Laguna Beach, CA · Regional long-distance move
About 457 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,030–$6,000, delivery in 1–3 days, 152 carriers on the Concord side and 90 in Laguna Beach.
Laguna Beach sits about 457 miles southeast of Concord, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $4,030 to $6,000 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 35 min.
On the Concord side there are 152 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (49 of them authorized for interstate work), and 90 around Laguna Beach (24 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 Laguna Beach.
Concord has a population of about 123,261 and Laguna Beach about 23,000. Concord is considerably denser (4,098 people per square mile versus 2,589), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,610 | $1,970 | $2,400 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,420 | $2,950 | $3,600 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,030 | $4,920 | $6,000 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $6,450 | $7,870 | $9,600 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $8,880 | $10,820 | $13,200 |
$770–$1,090
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,430–$2,100
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,030–$6,000
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,610 to $2,400 for a studio, $2,420 to $3,600 for a one-bedroom, $4,030 to $6,000 for a two-bedroom, $6,450 to $9,600 for a three-bedroom and $8,880 to $13,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 457 road miles (387 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 35 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
No. Because both Concord and Laguna Beach 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $770 to $1,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,430 to $2,100. 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.
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 Concord–Laguna Beach corridor.