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West Covina, CA

Dover, DE → West Covina, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Dover to West Covina

About 2,780 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,990–$13,370, delivery in 7–14 days, 143 carriers on the Dover side and 679 in West Covina.

  • 2,780 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,990–$13,3702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,780 miles (2,356 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
143 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination
679 (300 interstate)

Reverse: West Covina → Dover

The route from Dover, DE to West Covina, CA covers roughly 2,780 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 $8,990 to $13,370 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Dover side there are 143 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (103 of them authorized for interstate work), and 679 around West Covina (300 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 West Covina.

Dover has a population of about 40,000 and West Covina about 105,301. West Covina is the denser city (6,844 people per square mile versus 1,654 in Dover), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Delaware, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Dover to West Covina

Full-service estimate for 2,780 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,590 $4,380 $5,350
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,390 $6,580 $8,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,990 $10,960 $13,370
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,380 $17,540 $21,390
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,770 $24,110 $29,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,910–$5,510

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

Portable container

$3,500–$5,150

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

Full-service mover

$8,990–$13,370

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 Dover (origin)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934741
MC
690698
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (302) 450-3272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1510668
MC
566208
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (713) 451-8884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jkb Corp

USDOT
2546977
MC
886752
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (302) 734-5017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
872818
MC
903323
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (302) 376-1830 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3876998
MC
1421184
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (302) 264-0450 Route Verify on FMCSA

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4262251
MC
1653912
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (302) 632-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3100720
MC
77314
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (609) 816-6185 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3621695
MC
1237363
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (610) 477-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 143 movers in Dover

Near West Covina (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
577394
MC
281042
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296394
MC
1045263
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91744 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
282762
MC
208837
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT
1470669
MC
555361
Based in
Chino, CA 91710 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ap Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jeffrey Pont

USDOT
671078
MC
313655
Based in
Pico Rivera, CA 90660 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (562) 236-2250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
691117
MC
320367
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 679 movers in West Covina

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dover to West Covina?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,590 to $5,350 for a studio, $5,390 to $8,020 for a one-bedroom, $8,990 to $13,370 for a two-bedroom, $14,380 to $21,390 for a three-bedroom and $19,770 to $29,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is West Covina from Dover?

About 2,780 road miles (2,356 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 hours (6 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 Delaware 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 Dover to West Covina?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,910 to $5,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,500 to $5,150. 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 Dover–West Covina corridor.