Lakewood, NJ → Simi Valley, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lakewood to Simi Valley

About 2,901 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,690–$14,420, delivery in 7–14 days, 171 carriers on the Lakewood side and 221 in Simi Valley.

2,901 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,690–$14,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lakewood, New Jersey
To: Simi Valley, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,901 miles (2,459 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 171 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination: 221 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Simi Valley → Lakewood

Moving from Lakewood to Simi Valley is a cross-country move of roughly 2,901 road miles, heading west from New Jersey 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 $9,690 to $14,420 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 50 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 221 around Simi Valley (91 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 Simi Valley.

Lakewood has a population of about 143,765 and Simi Valley about 124,861. Lakewood is considerably denser (5,472 people per square mile versus 3,045), 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 Simi Valley

Full-service estimate for 2,901 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,880	$4,730	$5,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,810	$7,090	$8,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,690	$11,820	$14,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,500	$18,910	$23,070
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,320	$26,000	$31,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,030–$5,690

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

Portable container

$3,610–$5,310

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

Full-service mover

$9,690–$14,420

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 Simi Valley (destination)

Synergy Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3319725
MC: 1057066
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 304-0978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morbro Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3305894
MC: 1049260
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (818) 568-7787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nittur Designs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394167
MC: 1724079
Based in: Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 341-9266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Protech Delivery And Installation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2719511
Based in: Moorpark, CA 93021 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 292-1340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ben Hur Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Precision Moving & Storage Corporation

USDOT: 2569585
MC: 897757
Based in: Chatworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (818) 332-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prodigy Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3983945
MC: 1492541
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (818) 993-8813 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northstar Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northstar Moving Corporation

USDOT: 1836576
MC: 665757
Based in: Northridge, CA 91324 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (800) 275-7767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Air 1 Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1095485
MC: 1698263
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (818) 753-6870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 221 movers in Simi Valley

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Simi Valley accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lakewood to Simi Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,880 to $5,770 for a studio, $5,810 to $8,650 for a one-bedroom, $9,690 to $14,420 for a two-bedroom, $15,500 to $23,070 for a three-bedroom and $21,320 to $31,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Simi Valley from Lakewood?

About 2,901 road miles (2,459 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 Simi Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,030 to $5,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,610 to $5,310. 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–Simi Valley corridor.