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Antioch, CA

Lakewood, NJ → Antioch, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lakewood to Antioch

About 2,982 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,840–$14,640, delivery in 7–14 days, 171 carriers on the Lakewood side and 124 in Antioch.

  • 2,982 miroad distance
  • 52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,840–$14,6402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,982 miles (2,527 straight-line)
Drive time
52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
171 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination
124 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Antioch → Lakewood

The route from Lakewood, NJ to Antioch, CA covers roughly 2,982 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 $9,840 to $14,640 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lakewood side there are 171 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 124 around Antioch (36 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 Antioch.

Lakewood has a population of about 143,765 and Antioch about 118,958. Lakewood is considerably denser (5,472 people per square mile versus 3,948), 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 New Jersey, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Antioch

Full-service estimate for 2,982 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,940 $4,800 $5,860
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,910 $7,200 $8,790
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,840 $12,000 $14,640
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,750 $19,210 $23,430
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $21,650 $26,410 $32,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,110–$5,810

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

Portable container

$3,680–$5,410

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

Full-service mover

$9,840–$14,640

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 Lakewood (origin)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT
2444229
MC
843377
Based in
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3681572
MC
1280785
Based in
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
661798
MC
1053763
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT
774963
MC
431356
Based in
Brick, NJ 08723 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
285934
MC
190852
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
1038738
MC
444372
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08755 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2969363
MC
9229
Based in
Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT
4064194
MC
1542693
Based in
Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

Near Antioch (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3029484
MC
1495511
Based in
Pittsburg, CA 94565 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3411346
MC
1101728
Based in
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3460243
MC
1129236
Based in
Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (415) 297-7205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Iraheta Bros 2 INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2524708
MC
876779
Based in
Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (510) 823-2038 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1509528
MC
565881
Based in
Concord, CA 94521 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (925) 672-2805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1659739
MC
610530
Based in
Concord, CA 94520 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tim Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tim Movers LLC

USDOT
4075064
MC
1549017
Based in
Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (628) 688-5540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lake Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lake Movers LLC

USDOT
1535480
MC
571702
Based in
Discovery Bay, CA 94514 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (925) 516-0311 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 124 movers in Antioch

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lakewood to Antioch?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,940 to $5,860 for a studio, $5,910 to $8,790 for a one-bedroom, $9,840 to $14,640 for a two-bedroom, $15,750 to $23,430 for a three-bedroom and $21,650 to $32,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Antioch from Lakewood?

About 2,982 road miles (2,527 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 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 New Jersey 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 Lakewood to Antioch?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,110 to $5,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,680 to $5,410. 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 Lakewood–Antioch corridor.