Laguna Beach, CA → Downey, CA · Local move

Movers from Laguna Beach to Downey

About 41 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,510–$2,240, delivery in 0–1 days, 90 carriers on the Laguna Beach side and 1,488 in Downey.

41 miroad distance
1 h 17 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,510–$2,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laguna Beach, California
To: Downey, California
Road distance: ≈ 41 miles (35 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 17 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 90 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,488 (629 interstate)

Reverse: Downey → Laguna Beach

The route from Laguna Beach, CA to Downey, CA covers roughly 41 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the local move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 17 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,510 and $2,240, before packing or storage.

On the Laguna Beach side there are 90 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,488 around Downey (629 interstate). For an in-state 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 Downey.

Laguna Beach has a population of about 23,000 and Downey about 108,468. Downey is the denser city (9,222 people per square mile versus 2,589 in Laguna Beach), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Laguna Beach to Downey

Full-service estimate for 41 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$810	$990	$1,210
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$950	$1,150	$1,410
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,510	$1,840	$2,240
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,320	$2,830	$3,460
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,460	$4,220	$5,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$190–$270

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

Portable container

$1,060–$1,550

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

Full-service mover

$1,510–$2,240

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Laguna Beach (origin)

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1030265
MC: 987394
Based in: Irvine, CA 92618 (9 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 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maeflower Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maeflower Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3405755
MC: 1097046
Based in: Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 216-0290 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terry Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 649215
MC: 306297
Based in: Lake Forest, CA 92630 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (949) 587-9490 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villa Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2915709
MC: 1258615
Based in: Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (949) 472-1131 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Ways Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 350330
MC: 913761
Based in: Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (949) 768-0220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zuni Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zuni Trucking INC

USDOT: 2498183
MC: 865638
Based in: San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (949) 716-7197 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bir Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3945838
MC: 1466861
Based in: Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (714) 679-5233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 90 movers in Laguna Beach

Near Downey (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,488 movers in Downey

Tips for this move

Label boxes by room in Downey so unloading goes as fast as loading.
Keep essentials (chargers, documents, medication) in your own car rather than on the truck.
Ask for an hourly quote with a not-to-exceed cap; local crews in Laguna Beach bill from the moment they leave the warehouse.
Reserve loading-zone parking or a building elevator in advance—waiting time is billable.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laguna Beach to Downey?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $810 to $1,210 for a studio, $950 to $1,410 for a one-bedroom, $1,510 to $2,240 for a two-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,460 for a three-bedroom and $3,460 to $5,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Downey from Laguna Beach?

About 41 road miles (35 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Laguna Beach and Downey are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Laguna Beach to Downey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $190 to $270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,060 to $1,550. 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 Laguna Beach–Downey corridor.