Huntington, WV → Irvine, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Huntington to Irvine

About 2,347 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,740–$11,520, delivery in 7–14 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 625 in Irvine.

2,347 miroad distance
41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,740–$11,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Huntington, West Virginia
To: Irvine, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,347 miles (1,989 straight-line)
Drive time: 41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 625 (239 interstate)

Reverse: Irvine → Huntington

Irvine sits about 2,347 miles west of Huntington, which makes this an interstate relocation from West Virginia 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 $7,740 to $11,520 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 41 hours (5 driving days).

On the Huntington side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 625 around Irvine (239 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 Irvine.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Irvine about 318,764. Irvine is the denser city (4,690 people per square mile versus 2,888 in Huntington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than West Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Huntington to Irvine

Full-service estimate for 2,347 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,100	$3,780	$4,610
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,640	$5,660	$6,910
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,740	$9,440	$11,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,380	$15,100	$18,420
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,030	$20,770	$25,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,310–$4,680

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

Portable container

$3,110–$4,580

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

Full-service mover

$7,740–$11,520

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Huntington (origin)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 447347
MC: 288128
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (304) 522-1171 Route Verify on FMCSA

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2549718
MC: 888099
Based in: Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (304) 521-1455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 63078
MC: 29666
Based in: Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (606) 325-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rosco Linthicum

USDOT: 1439738
Based in: Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (304) 525-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Future Enterprises Corporation

USDOT: 587135
MC: 240681
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (304) 529-2360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1338118
MC: 516102
Based in: Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (740) 894-7016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3741195
MC: 1324436
Based in: Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (304) 250-9990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4260306
MC: 1652790
Based in: Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (304) 962-8018 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Huntington

Near Irvine (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 2714701
MC: 117140
Based in: Irvine, CA 92614 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (714) 552-9014 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 (6 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 (2 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 (4 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 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (714) 726-0686 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maeflower Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maeflower Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3405755
MC: 1097046
Based in: Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 216-0290 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2211293
MC: 779807
Based in: Anaheim, CA 92806 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (714) 331-6556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 625 movers in Irvine

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Huntington to Irvine?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,100 to $4,610 for a studio, $4,640 to $6,910 for a one-bedroom, $7,740 to $11,520 for a two-bedroom, $12,380 to $18,420 for a three-bedroom and $17,030 to $25,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Irvine from Huntington?

About 2,347 road miles (1,989 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 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 West 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 Huntington to Irvine?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,310 to $4,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,110 to $4,580. 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 Huntington–Irvine corridor.