Long Beach, CA

Huntington, WV → Long Beach, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Huntington to Long Beach

About 2,369 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,780–$11,570, delivery in 7–14 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 1,558 in Long Beach.

  • 2,369 miroad distance
  • 41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,780–$11,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,369 miles (2,008 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
1,558 (664 interstate)

Reverse: Long Beach → Huntington

The route from Huntington, WV to Long Beach, CA covers roughly 2,369 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 $7,780 to $11,570 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 1,558 around Long Beach (664 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 Long Beach.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Long Beach about 450,469. Long Beach is the denser city (9,206 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 Long Beach

Full-service estimate for 2,369 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,110 $3,790 $4,630
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,670 $5,690 $6,940
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,780 $9,480 $11,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,440 $15,180 $18,510
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,110 $20,870 $25,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,330–$4,710

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

Portable container

$3,130–$4,610

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

Full-service mover

$7,780–$11,570

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 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

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

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

Dragon Shop

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

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

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

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

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

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

All 35 movers in Huntington

Near Long Beach (destination)

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
629013
MC
324282
Based in
Cerritos, CA 90703 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2247083
Based in
Buena Park, CA 90620 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

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

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1398199
MC
589053
Based in
Carson, CA 90810 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1274552
MC
496960
Based in
Gardena, CA 90248 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3401792
MC
1095095
Based in
South Gate, CA 90280 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
770045
MC
345513
Based in
Compton, CA 90221 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

All 1,558 movers in Long Beach

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Huntington to Long Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,110 to $4,630 for a studio, $4,670 to $6,940 for a one-bedroom, $7,780 to $11,570 for a two-bedroom, $12,440 to $18,510 for a three-bedroom and $17,110 to $25,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Long Beach from Huntington?

About 2,369 road miles (2,008 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 Long Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,330 to $4,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,130 to $4,610. 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–Long Beach corridor.