Edmond, OK → Palo Alto, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Edmond to Palo Alto

About 1,621 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,570–$9,770, delivery in 5–10 days, 117 carriers on the Edmond side and 233 in Palo Alto.

1,621 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,570–$9,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Edmond, Oklahoma
To: Palo Alto, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,621 miles (1,374 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 117 (58 interstate)
Movers at destination: 233 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Palo Alto → Edmond

Palo Alto sits about 1,621 miles west of Edmond, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oklahoma to California 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 $6,570 to $9,770 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Edmond side there are 117 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (58 of them authorized for interstate work), and 233 around Palo Alto (62 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 Palo Alto.

Edmond has a population of about 100,479 and Palo Alto about 67,000. Palo Alto is the denser city (2,851 people per square mile versus 1,116 in Edmond), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Edmond to Palo Alto

Full-service estimate for 1,621 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,200	$3,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,940	$4,810	$5,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,570	$8,010	$9,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,510	$12,820	$15,640
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,450	$17,620	$21,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,270–$3,200

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

Portable container

$2,470–$3,630

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

Full-service mover

$6,570–$9,770

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 Edmond (origin)

A-1 Freeman Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 896791
MC: 1425866
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 217-6812 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scott Rice Of Oklahoma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Workspace Solutions

USDOT: 1072588
MC: 645466
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73121 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (405) 520-0724 Route Verify on FMCSA

Power Point Transports INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2590093
MC: 911159
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (316) 390-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marshall Williams Co LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4488201
MC: 1773730
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (901) 505-8039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Destiny Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Destiny First LLC

USDOT: 3766550
MC: 1342990
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (405) 514-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Safeway Lines & Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3043053
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73012 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (405) 209-0803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lt Express Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1602171
MC: 592641
Based in: Arcadia, OK 73007 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 860-8331 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Quality Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4425470
MC: 1740553
Based in: Edmond, OK 73013 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (580) 595-1262 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 117 movers in Edmond

Near Palo Alto (destination)

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3389468
MC: 1089109
Based in: San Jose, CA 95126 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251388
MC: 1023623
Based in: Fremont, CA 94538 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3488549
MC: 1147342
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (341) 236-1056 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT: 2974713
MC: 10809
Based in: San Jose, CA 95131 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Careful Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Careful Movers INC

USDOT: 1464935
MC: 553377
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (650) 595-8400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3247717
MC: 1021407
Based in: Santa Clara, CA 95050 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mav Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4340425
MC: 77787146
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (510) 456-5745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 233 movers in Palo Alto

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 Edmond to Palo Alto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,910 for a studio, $3,940 to $5,860 for a one-bedroom, $6,570 to $9,770 for a two-bedroom, $10,510 to $15,640 for a three-bedroom and $14,450 to $21,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palo Alto from Edmond?

About 1,621 road miles (1,374 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Oklahoma 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 Edmond to Palo Alto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,270 to $3,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,470 to $3,630. 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 Edmond–Palo Alto corridor.