Downey, CA → South Fulton, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to South Fulton

About 2,263 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,880–$11,720, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 1,228 in South Fulton.

2,263 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,880–$11,7202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: South Fulton, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 2,263 miles (1,918 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,488 (629 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,228 (556 interstate)

Reverse: South Fulton → Downey

South Fulton sits about 2,263 miles east of Downey, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Georgia 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 $7,880 to $11,720 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 39 hours (5 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 1,228 around South Fulton (556 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 South Fulton.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and South Fulton about 112,820. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 1,261), 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 Georgia 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 South Fulton

Full-service estimate for 2,263 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,150	$3,840	$4,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,730	$5,770	$7,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,880	$9,610	$11,720
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,610	$15,380	$18,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,340	$21,140	$25,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,230–$4,550

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

Portable container

$3,040–$4,470

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

Full-service mover

$7,880–$11,720

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 South Fulton (destination)

Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lss28 Transportation & Logistics LLC

USDOT: 4445950
MC: 1751299
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (770) 862-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 617228
MC: 295835
Based in: Forest Park, GA 30297 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (770) 487-5618 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Seal Incnoble Sealbg INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Barnette Group INC

USDOT: 4163620
MC: 1600379
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (678) 223-3670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayside Global Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3450596
MC: 1123263
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Flood Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 977313
MC: 413332
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30336 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (404) 799-3744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dtm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Davidson Transportation Marketing INC

USDOT: 295252
MC: 870681
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (404) 761-6333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otad On Time Accurate Delivery

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3294182
MC: 1043650
Based in: Fayetteville, GA 30214 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (404) 536-0301 Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 983994
MC: 417515
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30354 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (678) 365-5988 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,228 movers in South Fulton

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 South Fulton 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 South Fulton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,150 to $4,690 for a studio, $4,730 to $7,030 for a one-bedroom, $7,880 to $11,720 for a two-bedroom, $12,610 to $18,760 for a three-bedroom and $17,340 to $25,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Fulton from Downey?

About 2,263 road miles (1,918 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 Georgia 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 South Fulton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,230 to $4,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,040 to $4,470. 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–South Fulton corridor.