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Coronado, CA → Malibu, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Coronado to Malibu

About 156 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,680–$3,980, delivery in 1–2 days, 193 carriers on the Coronado side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 156 miroad distance
  • 3 h 23 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,680–$3,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 156 miles (132 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 23 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
193 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Coronado

The route from Coronado, CA to Malibu, CA covers roughly 156 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $2,680 to $3,980 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 23 min.

On the Coronado side there are 193 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Coronado has a population of about 21,000 and Malibu about 10,000. Coronado is considerably denser (2,587 people per square mile versus 537), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Coronado to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 156 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,610 $1,960 $2,390
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,680 $3,260 $3,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,280 $5,220 $6,370
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,890 $7,180 $8,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,680–$3,980

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 Coronado (origin)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT
927424
MC
400335
Based in
San Diego, CA 92110 (8 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 (6 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 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Direct & Export Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3208894
MC
1072778
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (619) 638-0473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Id Enterprise INC

USDOT
2771974
MC
1160494
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (619) 244-6009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jesse Fernando Leal Rivera

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jessie Fernando Leal Rivera

USDOT
3804829
MC
1370841
Based in
San Ysidro, CA 92173 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (619) 862-1508 Route Verify on FMCSA

National City Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: National City Transfer & Storage Co INC

USDOT
56567
MC
66993
Based in
National City, CA 91950 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (619) 477-2774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynapack Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3144828
MC
101534
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (619) 962-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 193 movers in Coronado

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2668399
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2852806
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4106169
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3404810
Based in
Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Other destinations from Coronado

Other origins to Malibu

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Coronado to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,390 for a one-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,980 for a two-bedroom, $4,280 to $6,370 for a three-bedroom and $5,890 to $8,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Coronado?

About 156 road miles (132 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 23 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 Coronado and Malibu 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 Coronado to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,700. 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 Coronado–Malibu corridor.