Downey, CA → White Plains, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to White Plains

About 2,897 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,960–$14,820, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 369 in White Plains.

2,897 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,960–$14,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: White Plains, New York
Road distance: ≈ 2,897 miles (2,455 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 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: 369 (163 interstate)

Reverse: White Plains → Downey

The route from Downey, CA to White Plains, NY covers roughly 2,897 miles by road, a northeast-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 $9,960 to $14,820 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 50 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 369 around White Plains (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 White Plains.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and White Plains about 60,000. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 6,117), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Downey to White Plains

Full-service estimate for 2,897 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,990	$4,860	$5,930
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,980	$7,290	$8,890
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,960	$12,150	$14,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,940	$19,440	$23,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,920	$26,730	$32,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,030–$5,680

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

Portable container

$3,610–$5,300

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

Full-service mover

$9,960–$14,820

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 White Plains (destination)

Hendrickson Bus Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hendrickson Bus Company

USDOT: 382112
MC: 729161
Based in: Bayville, NY 11709 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT: 4307255
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86580
MC: 729893
Based in: Port Washington, NY 11050 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT: 25982
MC: 134689
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10710 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oz Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1058063
MC: 439945
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (212) 452-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zoo Kiss Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3272485
MC: 1033366
Based in: Haworth, NJ 07641 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 29 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 588-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Veral Corp

USDOT: 292755
MC: 185639
Based in: White Plains, NY 10606 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (914) 761-2528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collins Brothers Moving Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 153404
MC: 51369
Based in: Larchmont, NY 10538 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (914) 834-0048 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 369 movers in White Plains

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Downey to White Plains?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,990 to $5,930 for a studio, $5,980 to $8,890 for a one-bedroom, $9,960 to $14,820 for a two-bedroom, $15,940 to $23,720 for a three-bedroom and $21,920 to $32,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is White Plains from Downey?

About 2,897 road miles (2,455 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 York 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 White Plains?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,030 to $5,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,610 to $5,300. 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–White Plains corridor.