Long Beach, CA

Killeen, TX → Long Beach, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Killeen to Long Beach

About 1,421 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,320–$9,400, delivery in 3–7 days, 147 carriers on the Killeen side and 1,558 in Long Beach.

  • 1,421 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,320–$9,4002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,421 miles (1,204 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
147 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,558 (664 interstate)

Reverse: Long Beach → Killeen

Moving from Killeen to Long Beach is a long-distance move of roughly 1,421 road miles, heading west from Texas 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 $6,320 to $9,400 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Killeen side there are 147 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 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.

Killeen has a population of about 161,883 and Long Beach about 450,469. Long Beach is the denser city (9,206 people per square mile versus 2,794 in Killeen), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Killeen to Long Beach

Full-service estimate for 1,421 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,530 $3,080 $3,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,790 $4,620 $5,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,320 $7,710 $9,400
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,110 $12,330 $15,040
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,900 $16,950 $20,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,060–$2,910

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

Portable container

$2,290–$3,370

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

Full-service mover

$6,320–$9,400

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Killeen (origin)

Twc Standards Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3463373
MC
1131239
Based in
Killeen, TX 76549 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1943393
MC
1137178
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

H Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1949168
MC
190078
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Bridgeline Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245378
MC
939007
Based in
Salado, TX 76571 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Mad Monkey Mechanics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4445554
MC
1751102
Based in
Killeen, TX 76541 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Norman Brothers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3019601
MC
94721
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Diamond Freight Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4534253
MC
1798380
Based in
Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Nice Touch LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
7727984
Based in
Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All 147 movers in Killeen

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 Killeen to Long Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,530 to $3,760 for a studio, $3,790 to $5,640 for a one-bedroom, $6,320 to $9,400 for a two-bedroom, $10,110 to $15,040 for a three-bedroom and $13,900 to $20,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Long Beach from Killeen?

About 1,421 road miles (1,204 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Killeen to Long Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,060 to $2,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,290 to $3,370. 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 Killeen–Long Beach corridor.