Lancaster, PA → Victorville, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lancaster to Victorville

About 2,677 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,690–$12,920, delivery in 7–14 days, 260 carriers on the Lancaster side and 213 in Victorville.

2,677 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,690–$12,9202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
To: Victorville, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,677 miles (2,268 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 260 (171 interstate)
Movers at destination: 213 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Victorville → Lancaster

Victorville sits about 2,677 miles west of Lancaster, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,690 to $12,920 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 46 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lancaster side there are 260 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (171 of them authorized for interstate work), and 213 around Victorville (127 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 Victorville.

Lancaster has a population of about 58,000 and Victorville about 141,395. Lancaster is considerably denser (8,031 people per square mile versus 1,829), 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 Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lancaster to Victorville

Full-service estimate for 2,677 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,470	$4,240	$5,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,210	$6,360	$7,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,690	$10,590	$12,920
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,900	$16,950	$20,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,110	$23,300	$28,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,650–$5,150

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

Portable container

$3,410–$5,010

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

Full-service mover

$8,690–$12,920

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 Lancaster (origin)

Miller Dedicated Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2562869
MC: 894481
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (609) 265-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunrise Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 276388
MC: 290856
Based in: Ephrata, PA 17522 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (717) 721-2803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 168358
MC: 145282
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514795
MC: 197249
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quaker Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 619559
MC: 287214
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Snavely'S Mill INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 377174
MC: 302885
Based in: Lititz, PA 17543 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (717) 626-6256 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2040512
MC: 720073
Based in: Quarryville, PA 17566 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (717) 471-8623 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shawnee Trucking Pa INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1342517
MC: 515012
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 684-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 260 movers in Lancaster

Near Victorville (destination)

Desert Valley Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssi And Associates INC

USDOT: 1358342
MC: 520858
Based in: Apple Valley, CA 92307 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (760) 240-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hdt Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4301360
MC: 1675196
Based in: Victorville, CA 92394 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (760) 596-0458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amador Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3455917
MC: 1373771
Based in: Phelan, CA 92371 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (951) 456-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Limon'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1300420
MC: 506421
Based in: Hesperia, CA 92345 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (760) 956-8634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid West Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1643187
MC: 605288
Based in: Victorville, CA 92395 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 201-2007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palencia'S Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3641899
MC: 1385419
Based in: Victorville, CA 92392 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (213) 949-3411 Route Verify on FMCSA

Generational Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3940172
MC: 1463090
Based in: Hesperia, CA 92344 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (442) 251-8925 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angels Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1314843
MC: 509486
Based in: Victorville, CA 92392 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (909) 503-6534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Victorville

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Victorville accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lancaster to Victorville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,470 to $5,170 for a studio, $5,210 to $7,750 for a one-bedroom, $8,690 to $12,920 for a two-bedroom, $13,900 to $20,680 for a three-bedroom and $19,110 to $28,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Victorville from Lancaster?

About 2,677 road miles (2,268 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 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 Pennsylvania 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 Lancaster to Victorville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,650 to $5,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,410 to $5,010. 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 Lancaster–Victorville corridor.