Jefferson City, MO → Malibu, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Jefferson City to Malibu

About 1,779 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,900–$10,270, delivery in 5–10 days, 43 carriers on the Jefferson City side and 7 in Malibu.

1,779 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,900–$10,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jefferson City, Missouri
To: Malibu, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,779 miles (1,508 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 43 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination: 7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Jefferson City

Malibu sits about 1,779 miles west of Jefferson City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri 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 $6,900 to $10,270 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Jefferson City side there are 43 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Jefferson City has a population of about 43,000 and Malibu about 10,000. Jefferson City is considerably denser (1,199 people per square mile versus 537), 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 Missouri, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Jefferson City to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 1,779 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,760	$3,370	$4,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,140	$5,050	$6,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,900	$8,420	$10,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,040	$13,470	$16,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,180	$18,520	$22,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,430–$3,430

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

Portable container

$2,610–$3,830

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

Full-service mover

$6,900–$10,270

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Jefferson City (origin)

Fry Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3965327
MC: 1480083
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (785) 260-9002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dl Carriers LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3924101
MC: 1452405
Based in: Holts Summit, MO 65043 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (573) 606-4650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amerigo Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mallory Van And Storage INC

USDOT: 164554
MC: 142946
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 636-7890 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4126548
MC: 1579295
Based in: Jefferson Cty, MO 65101 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (319) 520-5021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Light Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8829073
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3,002 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (573) 462-2669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kenya'S LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407965
MC: 1098109
Based in: Jefferson Cty, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (573) 691-2435 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jc Logistics

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3571030
MC: 1202909
Based in: Holts Summit, MO 65043 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (573) 694-4409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midwest Moving And Delivery LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4501713
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (573) 230-1299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Jefferson City

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT: 2526974
MC: 877788
Based in: Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2668399
Based in: Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2852806
Based in: Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4106169
Based in: Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT: 2951137
Based in: Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3404810
Based in: Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Epallet INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4073779
MC: 1548234
Based in: Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (833) 372-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
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 Malibu accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jefferson City to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,760 to $4,110 for a studio, $4,140 to $6,160 for a one-bedroom, $6,900 to $10,270 for a two-bedroom, $11,040 to $16,430 for a three-bedroom and $15,180 to $22,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Jefferson City?

About 1,779 road miles (1,508 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Missouri 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 Jefferson City to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,430 to $3,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,610 to $3,830. 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 Jefferson City–Malibu corridor.