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Costa Mesa, CA

Fresno, CA → Costa Mesa, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Fresno to Costa Mesa

About 283 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,250–$4,830, delivery in 1–3 days, 439 carriers on the Fresno side and 425 in Costa Mesa.

  • 283 miroad distance
  • 5 h 35 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,250–$4,8302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 283 miles (240 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 35 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
439 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination
425 (150 interstate)

Reverse: Costa Mesa → Fresno

Costa Mesa sits about 283 miles southeast of Fresno, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $3,250 to $4,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 35 min.

On the Fresno side there are 439 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (246 of them authorized for interstate work), and 425 around Costa Mesa (150 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 Costa Mesa.

Fresno has a population of about 555,549 and Costa Mesa about 108,881. Costa Mesa is the denser city (7,083 people per square mile versus 4,706 in Fresno), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Fresno to Costa Mesa

Full-service estimate for 283 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,950 $2,380 $2,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,250 $3,960 $4,830
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,200 $6,340 $7,740
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,150 $8,720 $10,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$440–$620

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

Portable container

$1,270–$1,870

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

Full-service mover

$3,250–$4,830

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 Fresno (origin)

B&b Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1506989
MC
565290
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (559) 264-2036 Route Verify on FMCSA

CA Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1292301
MC
498282
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (559) 268-1231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT
421535
MC
278865
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1161090
MC
467257
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (559) 834-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT
2394750
MC
823302
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2428600
MC
836998
Based in
Fresno, CA 93705 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT
2800745
MC
1758995
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170808
MC
118217
Based in
Fresno, CA 93727 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 439 movers in Fresno

Near Costa Mesa (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC

USDOT
2714701
MC
117140
Based in
Irvine, CA 92614 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (714) 552-9014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2247083
Based in
Buena Park, CA 90620 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Line Drive Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2483381
MC
859536
Based in
Anaheim, CA 92806 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (800) 899-0668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3293353
MC
1043255
Based in
Santa Ana, CA 92707 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1030265
MC
987394
Based in
Irvine, CA 92618 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (310) 337-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lgl INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2448815
MC
845207
Based in
Irvine, CA 92603 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Laverde Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1156979
MC
909517
Based in
Garden Grove, CA 92840 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (714) 726-0686 Route Verify on FMCSA

G A Express Nsr INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2527158
MC
877876
Based in
Anaheim, CA 92804 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (714) 469-4094 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 425 movers in Costa Mesa

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fresno to Costa Mesa?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,950 to $2,900 for a one-bedroom, $3,250 to $4,830 for a two-bedroom, $5,200 to $7,740 for a three-bedroom and $7,150 to $10,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Costa Mesa from Fresno?

About 283 road miles (240 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 35 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Fresno and Costa Mesa 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 Fresno to Costa Mesa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $440 to $620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,870. 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 Fresno–Costa Mesa corridor.