Little Rock, AR → Lancaster, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Little Rock to Lancaster

About 1,725 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,680–$9,950, delivery in 5–10 days, 165 carriers on the Little Rock side and 105 in Lancaster.

1,725 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,680–$9,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Little Rock, Arkansas
To: Lancaster, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,725 miles (1,462 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 165 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 105 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Lancaster → Little Rock

Lancaster sits about 1,725 miles west of Little Rock, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arkansas 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 $6,680 to $9,950 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Little Rock side there are 165 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (104 of them authorized for interstate work), and 105 around Lancaster (57 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 Lancaster.

Little Rock has a population of about 206,427 and Lancaster about 170,084. The two cities have comparable density (1,688 and 1,840 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Arkansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Little Rock to Lancaster

Full-service estimate for 1,725 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,670	$3,260	$3,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,010	$4,890	$5,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,680	$8,150	$9,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,700	$13,040	$15,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,710	$17,930	$21,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,370–$3,350

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

Portable container

$2,560–$3,760

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

Full-service mover

$6,680–$9,950

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 Little Rock (origin)

Cal-Ark International INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 546354
MC: 270827
Based in: Mablevale, AR 72103 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 339 trucks, 363 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (501) 455-3399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rich Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rich Transport LLC

USDOT: 305789
MC: 203073
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72117 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (800) 363-5311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mo Go Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3453631
MC: 1125101
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72209 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (301) 399-9199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hill Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 472807
MC: 251164
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72202 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (501) 246-8605 Route Verify on FMCSA

Russell Yarbrough Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 68472
MC: 126176
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72201 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (501) 374-0216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Renstar Enterprise Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1715434
MC: 629201
Based in: Maumelle, AR 72113 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (501) 247-1153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daniel Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 111849
MC: 120966
Based in: North Little Rock, AR 72114 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (501) 375-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fixed Rate Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1571525
MC: 828542
Based in: North Little Rock, AR 72118 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (501) 221-3856 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 165 movers in Little Rock

Near Lancaster (destination)

Warvet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4438298
MC: 1747298
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (254) 493-7509 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4384395
MC: 1719247
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT: 4216491
MC: 1639401
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3148907
MC: 103731
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT: 2951860
MC: 1555690
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & E Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3473111
MC: 1137379
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (323) 481-9394 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo4road INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3975931
MC: 1487146
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (267) 228-9856 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leo'S Trucking & Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9348380
MC: 68741251
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (661) 802-2895 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Lancaster

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Lancaster 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 Little Rock to Lancaster?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,670 to $3,980 for a studio, $4,010 to $5,970 for a one-bedroom, $6,680 to $9,950 for a two-bedroom, $10,700 to $15,910 for a three-bedroom and $14,710 to $21,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lancaster from Little Rock?

About 1,725 road miles (1,462 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arkansas 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 Little Rock to Lancaster?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,370 to $3,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,760. 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 Little Rock–Lancaster corridor.