Hood River, OR → Ventura, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Hood River to Ventura

About 943 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,220–$7,770, delivery in 2–5 days, 13 carriers on the Hood River side and 71 in Ventura.

943 miroad distance
16 h 58 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,220–$7,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hood River, Oregon
To: Ventura, California
Road distance: ≈ 943 miles (800 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 58 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 13 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination: 71 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Ventura → Hood River

Ventura sits about 943 miles south of Hood River, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oregon to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,220 to $7,770 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 58 min.

On the Hood River side there are 13 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 of them authorized for interstate work), and 71 around Ventura (15 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 Ventura.

Hood River has a population of about 8,000 and Ventura about 109,914. Ventura is the denser city (5,058 people per square mile versus 3,188 in Hood River), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oregon, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hood River to Ventura

Full-service estimate for 943 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,090	$2,550	$3,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,130	$3,820	$4,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,220	$6,370	$7,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,350	$10,190	$12,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,490	$14,010	$17,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,420–$2,000

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,740

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

Full-service mover

$5,220–$7,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hood River (origin)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2264228
MC: 797196
Based in: Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (541) 354-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1078021
MC: 133654
Based in: Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (541) 354-1113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2250613
MC: 823545
Based in: Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (503) 533-4358 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3005779
MC: 26493
Based in: Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (503) 563-7790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700816
MC: 1294825
Based in: Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 310-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1554097
MC: 577032
Based in: Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 993-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4391520
MC: 1722817
Based in: Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (503) 410-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gc Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3573105
MC: 1204270
Based in: Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 13 movers in Hood River

Near Ventura (destination)

Lagomarsino Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: John Lagomarsino

USDOT: 1743990
MC: 678513
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 509-4251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movegreen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Movegreen INC

USDOT: 1778050
MC: 648608
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 845-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cnl Transportations

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cnl Transportation LLC

USDOT: 6244896
MC: 71441032
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (820) 231-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

A3m'S Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4059113
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93033 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (805) 767-0169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Og Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4387434
MC: 1720740
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 340-7105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silveira Transport

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Silveira

USDOT: 1317195
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (805) 830-3081 Route Verify on FMCSA

G-M Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4502515
MC: 1781414
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 815-8736 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ld Power Freight

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4430443
MC: 1743148
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 496-5525 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Ventura

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hood River to Ventura?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,090 to $3,110 for a studio, $3,130 to $4,660 for a one-bedroom, $5,220 to $7,770 for a two-bedroom, $8,350 to $12,430 for a three-bedroom and $11,490 to $17,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ventura from Hood River?

About 943 road miles (800 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 58 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon 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 Hood River to Ventura?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,740. 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 Hood River–Ventura corridor.