Grand Forks, ND → Fullerton, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Grand Forks to Fullerton

About 1,710 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,910–$10,280, delivery in 5–10 days, 40 carriers on the Grand Forks side and 846 in Fullerton.

1,710 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,910–$10,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Grand Forks, North Dakota
To: Fullerton, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,710 miles (1,449 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 40 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 846 (361 interstate)

Reverse: Fullerton → Grand Forks

Fullerton sits about 1,710 miles southwest of Grand Forks, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Dakota to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,910 to $10,280 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Grand Forks side there are 40 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 846 around Fullerton (361 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 Fullerton.

Grand Forks has a population of about 59,000 and Fullerton about 138,675. Fullerton is the denser city (6,411 people per square mile versus 2,037 in Grand Forks), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than North Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Grand Forks to Fullerton

Full-service estimate for 1,710 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,760	$3,370	$4,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,140	$5,050	$6,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,910	$8,420	$10,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,050	$13,480	$16,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,200	$18,530	$22,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,360–$3,330

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

Portable container

$2,550–$3,740

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

Full-service mover

$6,910–$10,280

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Grand Forks (origin)

Freightex Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2387910
MC: 816635
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (701) 757-1170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawkes Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 460295
MC: 475583
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (701) 775-5156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spicer Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bruce Spicer Mark Spicer Brad Spicer Cliff Spicer

USDOT: 237868
MC: 157037
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (701) 772-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312635
MC: 1052564
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58201 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 772-2620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Senske & Son

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Senske & Son Transfer Co

USDOT: 125571
MC: 158090
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 746-6472 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lunseth Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330680
MC: 1061342
Based in: Manvel, ND 58256 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 741-3340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whalen'S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whalens INC

USDOT: 35282
MC: 101940
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 775-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pearl Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: David L Schmidt

USDOT: 1796422
MC: 653647
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (218) 779-8423 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 40 movers in Grand Forks

Near Fullerton (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Fullerton accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Grand Forks to Fullerton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,760 to $4,110 for a studio, $4,140 to $6,170 for a one-bedroom, $6,910 to $10,280 for a two-bedroom, $11,050 to $16,440 for a three-bedroom and $15,200 to $22,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fullerton from Grand Forks?

About 1,710 road miles (1,449 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 North Dakota 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 Grand Forks to Fullerton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,360 to $3,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,550 to $3,740. 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 Grand Forks–Fullerton corridor.