Hattiesburg, MS → Downey, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hattiesburg to Downey

About 1,984 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,060–$10,500, delivery in 5–10 days, 50 carriers on the Hattiesburg side and 1,488 in Downey.

1,984 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,060–$10,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hattiesburg, Mississippi
To: Downey, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,984 miles (1,681 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 50 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,488 (629 interstate)

Reverse: Downey → Hattiesburg

The route from Hattiesburg, MS to Downey, CA covers roughly 1,984 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,060 to $10,500 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 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Hattiesburg side there are 50 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (36 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,488 around Downey (629 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 Downey.

Hattiesburg has a population of about 48,000 and Downey about 108,468. Downey is the denser city (9,222 people per square mile versus 912 in Hattiesburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hattiesburg to Downey

Full-service estimate for 1,984 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,820	$3,440	$4,200
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,230	$5,160	$6,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,060	$8,610	$10,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,290	$13,770	$16,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,530	$18,940	$23,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

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

Portable container

$2,790–$4,100

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

Full-service mover

$7,060–$10,500

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 Hattiesburg (origin)

Viking Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 300875
MC: 218607
Based in: Petal, MS 39465 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 97 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (601) 255-0725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fv Recycling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1392358
MC: 529805
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (877) 927-8372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bipolarbear Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3650011
MC: 1257747
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (601) 307-4415 Route Verify on FMCSA

McNichols Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2725123
MC: 923008
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (601) 480-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Star Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3335404
MC: 1063607
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (601) 450-1383 Route Verify on FMCSA

B Rok Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2517720
MC: 875913
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (601) 325-8446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Brother Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3658860
MC: 1264138
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (504) 478-1473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bean Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3216852
MC: 1005870
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (601) 545-3522 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Hattiesburg

Near Downey (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,488 movers in Downey

Tips for this move

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 Downey 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hattiesburg to Downey?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,820 to $4,200 for a studio, $4,230 to $6,300 for a one-bedroom, $7,060 to $10,500 for a two-bedroom, $11,290 to $16,800 for a three-bedroom and $15,530 to $23,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Downey from Hattiesburg?

About 1,984 road miles (1,681 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 Mississippi 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 Hattiesburg to Downey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,790 to $4,100. 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 Hattiesburg–Downey corridor.