Corvallis, OR → Costa Mesa, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Corvallis to Costa Mesa

About 951 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,240–$7,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 38 carriers on the Corvallis side and 425 in Costa Mesa.

951 miroad distance
17 h 6 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,240–$7,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corvallis, Oregon
To: Costa Mesa, California
Road distance: ≈ 951 miles (806 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 6 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 38 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 425 (150 interstate)

Reverse: Costa Mesa → Corvallis

The route from Corvallis, OR to Costa Mesa, CA covers roughly 951 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the 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 $5,240 to $7,800 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 6 min.

On the Corvallis side there are 38 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 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.

Corvallis has a population of about 60,000 and Costa Mesa about 108,881. Costa Mesa is the denser city (7,083 people per square mile versus 4,124 in Corvallis), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oregon, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Corvallis to Costa Mesa

Full-service estimate for 951 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,100	$2,560	$3,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,150	$3,840	$4,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,240	$6,400	$7,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,390	$10,230	$12,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,540	$14,070	$17,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$5,240–$7,800

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 Corvallis (origin)

Smith Seed Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 317331
MC: 157684
Based in: Halsey, OR 97348 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (458) 284-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bertsch Moving & Storage Co INC

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Bertsch Transfer & Storage Co

USDOT: 528164
Based in: Corvallis, OR 97333 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (541) 754-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frontier Trading Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1586407
MC: 587315
Based in: Shedd, OR 97377 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 905-6119 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nick Glass Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547259
MC: 1781096
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (541) 619-1343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Hanslovan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1585039
MC: 586813
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 926-9331 Route Verify on FMCSA

Braun'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3177601
MC: 123587
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 505-2458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marley'S Movers Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4051763
MC: 1535511
Based in: Albany, OR 97322 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (541) 990-4647 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silver Mesa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3160546
MC: 1422701
Based in: Monmouth, OR 97361 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (971) 600-8934 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 38 movers in Corvallis

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 Corvallis to Costa Mesa?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,100 to $3,120 for a studio, $3,150 to $4,680 for a one-bedroom, $5,240 to $7,800 for a two-bedroom, $8,390 to $12,480 for a three-bedroom and $11,540 to $17,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Costa Mesa from Corvallis?

About 951 road miles (806 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon 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 Corvallis to Costa Mesa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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 Corvallis–Costa Mesa corridor.