Harrisonburg, VA → Rialto, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Harrisonburg to Rialto

About 2,537 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,620–$12,830, delivery in 7–14 days, 71 carriers on the Harrisonburg side and 738 in Rialto.

2,537 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,620–$12,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisonburg, Virginia
To: Rialto, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,537 miles (2,150 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 71 (53 interstate)
Movers at destination: 738 (411 interstate)

Reverse: Rialto → Harrisonburg

Moving from Harrisonburg to Rialto is a cross-country move of roughly 2,537 road miles, heading west from Virginia 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 $8,620 to $12,830 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Harrisonburg side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (53 of them authorized for interstate work), and 738 around Rialto (411 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 Rialto.

Harrisonburg has a population of about 52,000 and Rialto about 106,554. Rialto is the denser city (4,316 people per square mile versus 2,989 in Harrisonburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Harrisonburg to Rialto

Full-service estimate for 2,537 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,130
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,170	$6,310	$7,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,620	$10,520	$12,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,800	$16,830	$20,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,970	$23,140	$28,230

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,510–$4,950

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

Portable container

$3,280–$4,830

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

Full-service mover

$8,620–$12,830

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 Harrisonburg (origin)

Crosby Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 32052
MC: 142823
Based in: Mt Sidney, VA 24467 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 234-9268 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 465237
MC: 220297
Based in: Weyers Cave, VA 24486 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (540) 234-9185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige Auto Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prestige Auto LLC

USDOT: 1306068
MC: 506578
Based in: Mount Crawford, VA 22841 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 442-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunset Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1412509
MC: 534955
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (866) 429-1415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Infinit Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1762150
MC: 644105
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (540) 746-7434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bg Flash Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2571950
MC: 903775
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 560-4144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Croy Building And Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1956900
MC: 1784413
Based in: Elkton, VA 22827 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (540) 298-5086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jl Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532178
MC: 1176260
Based in: Rockingham, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 818-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Harrisonburg

Near Rialto (destination)

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3799553
MC: 1379375
Based in: Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT: 3038921
MC: 60287
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Prestige Transportation INC

USDOT: 2374229
MC: 814849
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (224) 545-2148 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rig Runner

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eze Trucking LLC

USDOT: 475073
MC: 212438
Based in: Rialto, CA 92377 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (346) 444-3894 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 738 movers in Rialto

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 Rialto 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 Harrisonburg to Rialto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,450 to $5,130 for a studio, $5,170 to $7,700 for a one-bedroom, $8,620 to $12,830 for a two-bedroom, $13,800 to $20,530 for a three-bedroom and $18,970 to $28,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rialto from Harrisonburg?

About 2,537 road miles (2,150 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 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 Virginia 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 Harrisonburg to Rialto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,510 to $4,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,280 to $4,830. 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 Harrisonburg–Rialto corridor.