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Fullerton, CA → Boston, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fullerton to Boston

About 3,044 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,170–$15,130, delivery in 7–14 days, 846 carriers on the Fullerton side and 918 in Boston.

  • 3,044 miroad distance
  • 53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $10,170–$15,1302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,044 miles (2,580 straight-line)
Drive time
53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
846 (361 interstate)
Movers at destination
918 (554 interstate)

Reverse: Boston → Fullerton

Moving from Fullerton to Boston is a cross-country move of roughly 3,044 road miles, heading northeast from California to Massachusetts.

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 $10,170 to $15,130 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 53 hours (6 driving days).

On the Fullerton side there are 846 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (361 of them authorized for interstate work), and 918 around Boston (554 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 Boston.

Fullerton has a population of about 138,675 and Boston about 672,973. Boston is the denser city (13,989 people per square mile versus 6,411 in Fullerton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Fullerton to Boston

Full-service estimate for 3,044 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,070 $4,960 $6,050
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,100 $7,440 $9,080
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $10,170 $12,400 $15,130
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $16,270 $19,840 $24,200
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $22,370 $27,280 $33,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,180–$5,900

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

Portable container

$3,740–$5,500

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

Full-service mover

$10,170–$15,130

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Fullerton, CA → Boston, MA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Fullerton (origin)

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
629013
MC
324282
Based in
Cerritos, CA 90703 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
577394
MC
281042
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2247083
Based in
Buena Park, CA 90620 (6 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 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (800) 899-0668 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296394
MC
1045263
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91744 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3293353
MC
1043255
Based in
Santa Ana, CA 92707 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
282762
MC
208837
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 846 movers in Fullerton

Near Boston (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
338113
MC
830455
Based in
Boston, MA 02110 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gentle Giant Interstate Company LLC

USDOT
373544
MC
218762
Based in
Winchester, MA 01890 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (617) 661-3333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT
597632
MC
288585
Based in
Watertown, MA 02472 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT
387213
MC
158735
Based in
Randolph, MA 02368 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3461366
MC
1129943
Based in
Cambridge, MA 02141 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9354
MC
277023
Based in
Lexington, MA 02420 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1696867
MC
623045
Based in
Everett, MA 02149 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3456438
MC
1132315
Based in
Revere, MA 02151 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (617) 767-3561 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 918 movers in Boston

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fullerton to Boston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,070 to $6,050 for a studio, $6,100 to $9,080 for a one-bedroom, $10,170 to $15,130 for a two-bedroom, $16,270 to $24,200 for a three-bedroom and $22,370 to $33,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boston from Fullerton?

About 3,044 road miles (2,580 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 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 California into Massachusetts 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 Fullerton to Boston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,180 to $5,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,740 to $5,500. 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 Fullerton–Boston corridor.