San Diego, CA

Hollywood, FL → San Diego, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hollywood to San Diego

About 2,669 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,750–$13,020, delivery in 7–14 days, 2,315 carriers on the Hollywood side and 626 in San Diego.

  • 2,669 miroad distance
  • 46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,750–$13,0202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,669 miles (2,262 straight-line)
Drive time
46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,315 (807 interstate)
Movers at destination
626 (217 interstate)

Reverse: San Diego → Hollywood

Moving from Hollywood to San Diego is a cross-country move of roughly 2,669 road miles, heading west from Florida 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 $8,750 to $13,020 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 46 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hollywood side there are 2,315 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (807 of them authorized for interstate work), and 626 around San Diego (217 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 San Diego.

Hollywood has a population of about 157,019 and San Diego about 1.4 million. Hollywood is considerably denser (5,607 people per square mile versus 4,256), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Hollywood to San Diego

Full-service estimate for 2,669 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,500 $4,270 $5,210
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,250 $6,400 $7,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,750 $10,670 $13,020
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,000 $17,070 $20,830
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,250 $23,470 $28,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,640–$5,140

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

Portable container

$3,400–$5,000

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

Full-service mover

$8,750–$13,020

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 Hollywood (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
5711188
MC
95178387
Based in
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1284430
MC
494689
Based in
Opa Locka, FL 33054 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4296088
MC
1672392
Based in
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4246651
MC
1645441
Based in
Hialeah, FL 33012 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Expedited Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2305744
MC
787190
Based in
Opa Locka, FL 33054 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
105 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Angels On The Road INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2270429
MC
775318
Based in
Miramar, FL 33025 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614506
MC
294798
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Lightspeed Logistics Miami LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3248003
MC
1021543
Based in
Miami, FL 33161 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
77 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 2,315 movers in Hollywood

Near San Diego (destination)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
927424
MC
400335
Based in
San Diego, CA 92110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296634
MC
1044843
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3312065
MC
1052279
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3476079
MC
1145709
Based in
Coronado, CA 92118 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1868365
MC
675281
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3369820
MC
778208
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91914 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
692879
MC
321079
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
56181
MC
127405
Based in
San Diego, CA 92111 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 626 movers in San Diego

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hollywood to San Diego?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,500 to $5,210 for a studio, $5,250 to $7,810 for a one-bedroom, $8,750 to $13,020 for a two-bedroom, $14,000 to $20,830 for a three-bedroom and $19,250 to $28,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Diego from Hollywood?

About 2,669 road miles (2,262 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 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 Florida 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 Hollywood to San Diego?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,640 to $5,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,400 to $5,000. 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 Hollywood–San Diego corridor.