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

Movers from Little Rock to Oakland

About 1,971 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,100–$10,570, delivery in 5–10 days, 165 carriers on the Little Rock side and 832 in Oakland.

1,971 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,100–$10,5702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Little Rock, Arkansas
To: Oakland, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,971 miles (1,670 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 165 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Little Rock

Oakland sits about 1,971 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 $7,100 to $10,570 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 34 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 832 around Oakland (258 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 Oakland.

Little Rock has a population of about 206,427 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 1,688 in Little Rock), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Oakland

Full-service estimate for 1,971 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,840	$3,460	$4,230
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,260	$5,200	$6,340
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,100	$8,660	$10,570
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,360	$13,860	$16,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,620	$19,050	$23,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,780–$3,920

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

Portable container

$2,780–$4,090

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

Full-service mover

$7,100–$10,570

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 Oakland (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT: 154572
MC: 156852
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT: 555398
MC: 274237
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1166104
MC: 509402
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 832 movers in Oakland

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Oakland 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 Oakland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,840 to $4,230 for a studio, $4,260 to $6,340 for a one-bedroom, $7,100 to $10,570 for a two-bedroom, $11,360 to $16,910 for a three-bedroom and $15,620 to $23,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Little Rock?

About 1,971 road miles (1,670 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,780 to $3,920 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,780 to $4,090. 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–Oakland corridor.