Kingman, AZ → Chula Vista, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Kingman to Chula Vista

About 293 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,990–$4,450, delivery in 1–3 days, 15 carriers on the Kingman side and 440 in Chula Vista.

293 miroad distance
5 h 45 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,990–$4,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kingman, Arizona
To: Chula Vista, California
Road distance: ≈ 293 miles (248 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 45 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 15 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 440 (159 interstate)

Reverse: Chula Vista → Kingman

Chula Vista sits about 293 miles southwest of Kingman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to California that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,990 to $4,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 45 min.

On the Kingman side there are 15 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 440 around Chula Vista (159 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 Chula Vista.

Kingman has a population of about 35,000 and Chula Vista about 275,533. Chula Vista is the denser city (5,554 people per square mile versus 871 in Kingman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Kingman to Chula Vista

Full-service estimate for 293 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,790	$2,190	$2,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,990	$3,650	$4,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,790	$5,840	$7,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,580	$8,030	$9,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$450–$640

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

Portable container

$1,280–$1,880

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

Full-service mover

$2,990–$4,450

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 Kingman (origin)

Sin City Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sin City Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2873747
MC: 963967
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (725) 666-9948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gm Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Juan Guerra

USDOT: 1908707
MC: 684688
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 279-2975 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albatross

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Albatross LLC

USDOT: 3314156
MC: 1053287
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 293-0302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rv Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Richard Kibler

USDOT: 2462187
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (928) 303-4501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evan Rocks Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3123336
MC: 89199
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (530) 414-0369 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Last Time LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417923
MC: 1104036
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (928) 897-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cmv Harmony Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cezar Cobrescu

USDOT: 2545912
MC: 886275
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 293-0095 Route Verify on FMCSA

4 Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2861605
MC: 959532
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (406) 499-9052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Kingman

Near Chula Vista (destination)

Crown Xpress Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1099085
MC: 453813
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (619) 666-1680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Esquer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Multimodal Esquer INC

USDOT: 752830
MC: 340729
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (619) 737-6882 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jlx INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Xpress INC

USDOT: 2563169
MC: 894648
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (619) 671-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT: 927424
MC: 400335
Based in: San Diego, CA 92110 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476079
MC: 1145709
Based in: Coronado, CA 92118 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlas Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 668059
MC: 312552
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (619) 489-2324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hjm International Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4611786
Based in: San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (619) 407-0426 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 440 movers in Chula Vista

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Chula Vista: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kingman to Chula Vista?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,790 to $2,670 for a one-bedroom, $2,990 to $4,450 for a two-bedroom, $4,790 to $7,120 for a three-bedroom and $6,580 to $9,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chula Vista from Kingman?

About 293 road miles (248 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 45 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arizona 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 Kingman to Chula Vista?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $450 to $640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,280 to $1,880. 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 Kingman–Chula Vista corridor.