Downey, CA → Manchester, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to Manchester

About 3,029 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,640–$14,350, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 57 in Manchester.

3,029 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,640–$14,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: Manchester, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 3,029 miles (2,567 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,488 (629 interstate)
Movers at destination: 57 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Manchester → Downey

Manchester sits about 3,029 miles northeast of Downey, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Hampshire that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $9,640 to $14,350 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 52 hours (6 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 57 around Manchester (44 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 Manchester.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and Manchester about 116,818. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 3,494), 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 New Hampshire than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Downey to Manchester

Full-service estimate for 3,029 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,860	$4,700	$5,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,790	$7,060	$8,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,640	$11,760	$14,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,430	$18,810	$22,950
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,210	$25,870	$31,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,160–$5,880

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

Portable container

$3,720–$5,480

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

Full-service mover

$9,640–$14,350

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 Manchester (destination)

Prime Source Foods

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Poultry Products Company Of New England LLC

USDOT: 106078
MC: 213558
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 263-1668 Route Verify on FMCSA

4-Star Bulk Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 467589
MC: 210062
Based in: Raymond, NH 03077 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 792-6571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Law Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Law Motor Freight INC

USDOT: 86153
MC: 36144
Based in: Merrimack, NH 03054 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 686-3591 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trend Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trend Moving LLC

USDOT: 3092893
MC: 1027437
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 509-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray The Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mii Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 2724757
MC: 922878
Based in: Manchester, NH 03109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (603) 669-7170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Louis P Cote INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86271
MC: 82109
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 623-1533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Landscape Supply

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pr Ouellette Landscape Supply LLC

USDOT: 799991
MC: 1748600
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (603) 268-5421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Able Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Able Moving & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 42189
MC: 140160
Based in: Amherst, NH 03031 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 882-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 57 movers in Manchester

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Downey to Manchester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,860 to $5,740 for a studio, $5,790 to $8,610 for a one-bedroom, $9,640 to $14,350 for a two-bedroom, $15,430 to $22,950 for a three-bedroom and $21,210 to $31,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Manchester from Downey?

About 3,029 road miles (2,567 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 California into New Hampshire 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 Manchester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,160 to $5,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,720 to $5,480. 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–Manchester corridor.