Downey, CA → Norwalk, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to Norwalk

About 2,917 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,600–$14,280, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 395 in Norwalk.

2,917 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,600–$14,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: Norwalk, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 2,917 miles (2,472 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 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: 395 (163 interstate)

Reverse: Norwalk → Downey

Norwalk sits about 2,917 miles northeast of Downey, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Connecticut 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 $9,600 to $14,280 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 51 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 395 around Norwalk (163 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 Norwalk.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and Norwalk about 92,000. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 3,984), 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 Connecticut 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 Norwalk

Full-service estimate for 2,917 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,840	$4,680	$5,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,760	$7,020	$8,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,600	$11,710	$14,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,360	$18,730	$22,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,120	$25,750	$31,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,050–$5,710

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

Portable container

$3,620–$5,330

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

Full-service mover

$9,600–$14,280

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 Norwalk (destination)

Dhl Global Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Air Express International USA INC

USDOT: 74167
MC: 193047
Based in: Darien, CT 06820 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 102 trucks, 181 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (305) 302-3989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Randys Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3187974
MC: 132644
Based in: Huntington, NY 11743 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 36 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (516) 698-3523 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccc Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3438792
MC: 1116274
Based in: Bridgeport, CT 06604 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 839-3389 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Junkluggers And Luggers Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Junkluggers LLC

USDOT: 1867983
MC: 934353
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 18 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (203) 580-4829 Route Verify on FMCSA

J B And Franks Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J B Moving Services INC

USDOT: 517785
MC: 196878
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (203) 602-7979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intense Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2204625
MC: 722908
Based in: Stamford, CT 06905 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (203) 274-6554 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doran Brothers Moving & Self Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Narod INC

USDOT: 710236
MC: 358983
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (203) 328-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC

USDOT: 3086533
MC: 23808
Based in: Norwalk, CT 06854 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (203) 831-9300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 395 movers in Norwalk

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,840 to $5,710 for a studio, $5,760 to $8,570 for a one-bedroom, $9,600 to $14,280 for a two-bedroom, $15,360 to $22,850 for a three-bedroom and $21,120 to $31,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norwalk from Downey?

About 2,917 road miles (2,472 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Connecticut 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 Norwalk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,050 to $5,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,620 to $5,330. 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–Norwalk corridor.