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Costa Mesa, CA

Hartford, CT → Costa Mesa, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hartford to Costa Mesa

About 2,956 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,670–$14,390, delivery in 7–14 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 425 in Costa Mesa.

  • 2,956 miroad distance
  • 51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,670–$14,3902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,956 miles (2,505 straight-line)
Drive time
51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination
425 (150 interstate)

Reverse: Costa Mesa → Hartford

Costa Mesa sits about 2,956 miles west of Hartford, which makes this an interstate relocation from Connecticut 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 $9,670 to $14,390 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hartford side there are 350 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 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 Costa Mesa.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Costa Mesa about 108,881. The two cities have comparable density (6,957 and 7,083 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Connecticut, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Costa Mesa

Full-service estimate for 2,956 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,870 $4,720 $5,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,800 $7,080 $8,630
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,670 $11,790 $14,390
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,470 $18,870 $23,020
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $21,280 $25,950 $31,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,090–$5,770

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

Portable container

$3,660–$5,380

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

Full-service mover

$9,670–$14,390

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 Hartford (origin)

Bob'S Discount Furniture LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1326635
MC
1550101
Based in
Manchester, CT 06042 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
225 trucks, 205 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (959) 237-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msm Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2557265
MC
891791
Based in
Hartford, CT 06114 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (860) 216-9120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spelman Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3439865
MC
1116903
Based in
Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (959) 777-9871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spacefitters LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1389824
MC
528899
Based in
Bloomfield, CT 06002 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (860) 818-1967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Connecticut

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Antwall 13 LLC

USDOT
3638680
Based in
Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (513) 205-5851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
978755
MC
506916
Based in
Berlin, CT 06037 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2566125
MC
897804
Based in
West Hartford, CT 06110 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (860) 988-3887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kay'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
102032
MC
120883
Based in
South Windsor, CT 06074 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (860) 291-2436 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Hartford

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 Hartford to Costa Mesa?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,870 to $5,760 for a studio, $5,800 to $8,630 for a one-bedroom, $9,670 to $14,390 for a two-bedroom, $15,470 to $23,020 for a three-bedroom and $21,280 to $31,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Costa Mesa from Hartford?

About 2,956 road miles (2,505 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Connecticut 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 Hartford to Costa Mesa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,090 to $5,770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,660 to $5,380. 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 Hartford–Costa Mesa corridor.