Downey, CA → College Station, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to College Station

About 1,527 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,580–$9,800, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 110 in College Station.

1,527 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,580–$9,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: College Station, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,527 miles (1,294 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 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: 110 (35 interstate)

Reverse: College Station → Downey

The route from Downey, CA to College Station, TX covers roughly 1,527 miles by road, a east-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 $6,580 to $9,800 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 27 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 110 around College Station (35 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 College Station.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and College Station about 127,472. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 2,354), 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 Texas than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Downey to College Station

Full-service estimate for 1,527 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,210	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,580	$8,030	$9,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,540	$12,850	$15,670
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,490	$17,670	$21,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$6,580–$9,800

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 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 College Station (destination)

All-N-1 Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3517665
MC: 1166477
Based in: Bryan, TX 77803 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (832) 366-3862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3997826
MC: 1543389
Based in: Bryan, TX 77801 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (979) 779-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clarke Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2566642
MC: 896373
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (434) 865-0625 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1384337
MC: 527500
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 693-6233 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Bcs INC

USDOT: 4174624
MC: 1606308
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (979) 201-8250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garrett Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 115045
MC: 133712
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (979) 255-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lard Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1320848
MC: 511132
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 324-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Plus Moving And More Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4117888
MC: 1574291
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (979) 321-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in College Station

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in College Station 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.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Downey to College Station?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,800 for a two-bedroom, $10,540 to $15,670 for a three-bedroom and $14,490 to $21,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is College Station from Downey?

About 1,527 road miles (1,294 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 Texas 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 College Station?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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–College Station corridor.