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Evansville, IN → San Diego, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Evansville to San Diego

About 2,003 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,290–$10,850, delivery in 5–10 days, 120 carriers on the Evansville side and 626 in San Diego.

  • 2,003 miroad distance
  • 35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,290–$10,8502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,003 miles (1,697 straight-line)
Drive time
35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
120 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
626 (217 interstate)

Reverse: San Diego → Evansville

The route from Evansville, IN to San Diego, CA covers roughly 2,003 miles by road, a west-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 $7,290 to $10,850 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 35 hours (4 driving days).

On the Evansville side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 626 around San Diego (217 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 San Diego.

Evansville has a population of about 116,176 and San Diego about 1.4 million. San Diego is the denser city (4,256 people per square mile versus 2,475 in Evansville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Evansville to San Diego

Full-service estimate for 2,003 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,920 $3,560 $4,340
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,370 $5,330 $6,510
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,290 $8,890 $10,850
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,660 $14,220 $17,350
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,040 $19,560 $23,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,810–$3,960

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

Portable container

$2,810–$4,130

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

Full-service mover

$7,290–$10,850

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 Evansville (origin)

Atlas Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125550
MC
130921
Based in
Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,731 trucks, 2,351 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (800) 638-9797 Route Verify on FMCSA

Walt'S Drive-A-Way Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
70728
MC
126717
Based in
Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (812) 602-2620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Berry Freightlines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Letica Resources INC

USDOT
146102
MC
163079
Based in
Evansville, IN 47710 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (248) 608-2181 Route Verify on FMCSA

Meisler Trailer Rentals LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1417829
MC
536521
Based in
Evansville, IN 47715 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (812) 425-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Bryan Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
273707
MC
252370
Based in
Newburgh, IN 47630 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (812) 853-8904 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike'S Macer Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2641533
MC
920652
Based in
Evansville, IN 47713 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (812) 425-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Evansville Movers LLC

USDOT
3675581
MC
1276291
Based in
Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (616) 426-9689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kinder Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
213081
MC
160782
Based in
Evansville, IN 47720 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1982
Call (812) 422-1998 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Evansville

Near San Diego (destination)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT
927424
MC
400335
Based in
San Diego, CA 92110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296634
MC
1044843
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (619) 991-9424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT
3312065
MC
1052279
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3476079
MC
1145709
Based in
Coronado, CA 92118 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ackley Enterprises INC

USDOT
1868365
MC
675281
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (858) 735-9587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lovejoy'S Family Moving INC

USDOT
3369820
MC
778208
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91914 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (951) 541-6710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstate Van & Storage INC

USDOT
692879
MC
321079
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (858) 746-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sullivan Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
56181
MC
127405
Based in
San Diego, CA 92111 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (253) 395-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 626 movers in San Diego

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Evansville to San Diego?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,920 to $4,340 for a studio, $4,370 to $6,510 for a one-bedroom, $7,290 to $10,850 for a two-bedroom, $11,660 to $17,350 for a three-bedroom and $16,040 to $23,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Diego from Evansville?

About 2,003 road miles (1,697 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 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 Indiana 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 Evansville to San Diego?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,810 to $3,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,810 to $4,130. 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 Evansville–San Diego corridor.