Downey, CA → Cedar Rapids, IA · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to Cedar Rapids

About 1,813 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,930–$10,310, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 96 in Cedar Rapids.

1,813 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,930–$10,3102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 1,813 miles (1,537 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,488 (629 interstate)
Movers at destination: 96 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Cedar Rapids → Downey

Moving from Downey to Cedar Rapids is a cross-country move of roughly 1,813 road miles, heading northeast from California to Iowa.

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 $6,930 to $10,310 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Downey side there are 1,488 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (629 of them authorized for interstate work), and 96 around Cedar Rapids (57 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 Cedar Rapids.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and Cedar Rapids about 137,935. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 1,910), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Iowa than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Downey to Cedar Rapids

Full-service estimate for 1,813 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,770	$3,380	$4,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,160	$5,070	$6,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,930	$8,450	$10,310
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,090	$13,520	$16,490
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,240	$18,590	$22,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,610–$3,690

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

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

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

Full-service mover

$6,930–$10,310

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Downey (origin)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,488 movers in Downey

Near Cedar Rapids (destination)

Crst The Transportation Solution INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crst Expedited INC

USDOT: 53773
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,362 trucks, 4,082 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (319) 396-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Side Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 165881
MC: 160875
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3,127 trucks, 566 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (319) 390-4466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maher Bros Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 87390
MC: 45591
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 397-1296 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Berns Moving INC

USDOT: 2335297
MC: 797856
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (319) 362-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327728
MC: 1059946
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (319) 693-9043 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wgm Logistic Group INC

USDOT: 4572249
MC: 1820278
Based in: Marion, IA 52302 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (319) 393-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Porter Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2427654
MC: 876222
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (319) 560-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allebach Hauling Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3495753
MC: 1152036
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (319) 777-9705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Cedar Rapids

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Cedar Rapids accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Downey to Cedar Rapids?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,770 to $4,120 for a studio, $4,160 to $6,190 for a one-bedroom, $6,930 to $10,310 for a two-bedroom, $11,090 to $16,490 for a three-bedroom and $15,240 to $22,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cedar Rapids from Downey?

About 1,813 road miles (1,537 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California into Iowa 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 Downey to Cedar Rapids?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,610 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. 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 Downey–Cedar Rapids corridor.