Frederick, MD → Palmdale, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Frederick to Palmdale

About 2,656 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,030–$13,440, delivery in 7–14 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 129 in Palmdale.

2,656 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,030–$13,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frederick, Maryland
To: Palmdale, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,656 miles (2,251 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Palmdale → Frederick

Moving from Frederick to Palmdale is a cross-country move of roughly 2,656 road miles, heading west from Maryland 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 $9,030 to $13,440 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 46 hours (6 driving days).

On the Frederick side there are 300 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (201 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Palmdale (66 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 Palmdale.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Palmdale about 161,845. Frederick is considerably denser (3,262 people per square mile versus 1,597), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Maryland, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Frederick to Palmdale

Full-service estimate for 2,656 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,610	$4,410	$5,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,420	$6,610	$8,060
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,030	$11,020	$13,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,450	$17,630	$21,500
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,870	$24,240	$29,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,630–$5,120

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

Portable container

$3,390–$4,990

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

Full-service mover

$9,030–$13,440

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 Frederick (origin)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779557
MC: 936752
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (443) 836-5232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service Master

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Vintage Cleaning Corp INC

USDOT: 1022130
MC: 664497
Based in: Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 972-9100 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1063127
MC: 915561
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 668-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Holler Contracting

USDOT: 1500152
MC: 1089742
Based in: Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (301) 898-8780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 441070
MC: 241863
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (301) 694-3366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1131819
MC: 460859
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (301) 620-1609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8211973
MC: 88161384
Based in: New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 888-4905 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4229009
MC: 1635825
Based in: Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (443) 742-9459 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Palmdale (destination)

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4384395
MC: 1719247
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Here LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3956591
MC: 1474260
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (661) 350-0674 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Trucks INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 746806
MC: 268822
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (626) 303-6200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Track Express LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4548721
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (818) 399-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antelope Valley Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Valley Refrigerating Company

USDOT: 34380
MC: 133696
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 947-4121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3148907
MC: 103731
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT: 4216491
MC: 1639401
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT: 2951860
MC: 1555690
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Palmdale

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Palmdale accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frederick to Palmdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,610 to $5,380 for a studio, $5,420 to $8,060 for a one-bedroom, $9,030 to $13,440 for a two-bedroom, $14,450 to $21,500 for a three-bedroom and $19,870 to $29,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palmdale from Frederick?

About 2,656 road miles (2,251 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 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 Maryland 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 Frederick to Palmdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,630 to $5,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,390 to $4,990. 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 Frederick–Palmdale corridor.