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Eureka, CA → El Monte, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Eureka to El Monte

About 676 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,770–$7,100, delivery in 2–5 days, 11 carriers on the Eureka side and 908 in El Monte.

  • 676 miroad distance
  • 12 h 21 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,770–$7,1002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 676 miles (573 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 21 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
11 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination
908 (384 interstate)

Reverse: El Monte → Eureka

Moving from Eureka to El Monte is a long-distance move of roughly 676 road miles, heading southeast within 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 $4,770 to $7,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 21 min.

On the Eureka side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1 of them authorized for interstate work), and 908 around El Monte (384 interstate). For an in-state 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 El Monte.

Eureka has a population of about 26,000 and El Monte about 105,075. El Monte is the denser city (11,401 people per square mile versus 2,771 in Eureka), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Eureka to El Monte

Full-service estimate for 676 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,910 $2,330 $2,840
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,860 $3,490 $4,260
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,770 $5,820 $7,100
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,640 $9,310 $11,360
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,500 $12,810 $15,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$4,770–$7,100

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 Eureka (origin)

Dirty Birds Tcd LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4441571
MC
1749946
Based in
Eureka, CA 95503 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (707) 362-0051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miller Farms

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Miller Farms Nursery INC

USDOT
2662318
Based in
McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (707) 839-1571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clinton M Price

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3045242
Based in
Eureka, CA 95501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (707) 601-4907 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maruskas Excavation & Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Gyle J Maruska

USDOT
2878623
Based in
Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (707) 845-2801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Emeralds

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ecd INC

USDOT
3275685
Based in
Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Freight

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Connie Martinez

USDOT
2957164
MC
2568
Based in
McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (707) 223-2241 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunside Transportation

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tou Vang

USDOT
3012570
MC
63736
Based in
McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (651) 368-6717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Support System

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Salmon Summit Support System

USDOT
4213071
Based in
Hoopa, CA 95546 (35 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (707) 720-3731 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Eureka

Near El Monte (destination)

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

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT
9853
MC
139496
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
480301
MC
619388
Based in
Commerce, CA 90022 (8 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 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296394
MC
1045263
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91744 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3401792
MC
1095095
Based in
South Gate, CA 90280 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 908 movers in El Monte

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Eureka to El Monte?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,910 to $2,840 for a studio, $2,860 to $4,260 for a one-bedroom, $4,770 to $7,100 for a two-bedroom, $7,640 to $11,360 for a three-bedroom and $10,500 to $15,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is El Monte from Eureka?

About 676 road miles (573 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 21 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Eureka and El Monte are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Eureka to El Monte?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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 Eureka–El Monte corridor.