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Moreno Valley, CA

Durham, NC → Moreno Valley, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Durham to Moreno Valley

About 2,549 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,350–$12,420, delivery in 7–14 days, 338 carriers on the Durham side and 861 in Moreno Valley.

  • 2,549 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,350–$12,4202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,549 miles (2,160 straight-line)
Drive time
44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
338 (194 interstate)
Movers at destination
861 (478 interstate)

Reverse: Moreno Valley → Durham

Moving from Durham to Moreno Valley is a cross-country move of roughly 2,549 road miles, heading west from North Carolina to California.

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 $8,350 to $12,420 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Durham side there are 338 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (194 of them authorized for interstate work), and 861 around Moreno Valley (478 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 Moreno Valley.

Durham has a population of about 305,561 and Moreno Valley about 214,263. Moreno Valley is the denser city (4,067 people per square mile versus 2,513 in Durham), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Durham to Moreno Valley

Full-service estimate for 2,549 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,340 $4,070 $4,970
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,010 $6,110 $7,450
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,350 $10,180 $12,420
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,350 $16,280 $19,870
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,360 $22,390 $27,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,520–$4,970

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,850

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

Full-service mover

$8,350–$12,420

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 Durham (origin)

Pax Logistix

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pax Logistix LLC

USDOT
3319990
MC
1056199
Based in
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (919) 961-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trosa Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers INC

USDOT
675014
MC
315111
Based in
Durham, NC 27701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (919) 419-1059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4196166
MC
1617931
Based in
Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2939017
MC
98627
Based in
Morrisville, NC 27560 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT
3139734
MC
98319
Based in
Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT
906054
MC
392699
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT
1071807
MC
550171
Based in
Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9206129
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 338 movers in Durham

Near Moreno Valley (destination)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2408861
MC
1099783
Based in
Riverside, CA 92518 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
107 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (951) 601-5701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT
1151662
MC
464864
Based in
Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2461971
MC
850730
Based in
Perris, CA 92570 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fames Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fames Transport INC

USDOT
1239730
MC
838202
Based in
San Bernardino, CA 92408 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
23 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (760) 784-5311 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
606156
MC
291801
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (909) 409-9147 Route Verify on FMCSA

F S C Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2905768
MC
977905
Based in
Riverside, CA 92503 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2978440
MC
12917
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (951) 439-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep America Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1851509
MC
670887
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (951) 521-1568 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 861 movers in Moreno Valley

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Durham to Moreno Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,340 to $4,970 for a studio, $5,010 to $7,450 for a one-bedroom, $8,350 to $12,420 for a two-bedroom, $13,350 to $19,870 for a three-bedroom and $18,360 to $27,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Moreno Valley from Durham?

About 2,549 road miles (2,160 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 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 North Carolina into California 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 Durham to Moreno Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,520 to $4,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,850. 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 Durham–Moreno Valley corridor.