Long Beach, CA → Berkeley, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Long Beach to Berkeley

About 431 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,920–$5,830, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,558 carriers on the Long Beach side and 429 in Berkeley.

431 miroad distance
8 h 8 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,920–$5,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Long Beach, California
To: Berkeley, California
Road distance: ≈ 431 miles (365 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 8 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 1,558 (664 interstate)
Movers at destination: 429 (149 interstate)

Reverse: Berkeley → Long Beach

Berkeley sits about 431 miles northwest of Long Beach, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $3,920 to $5,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 8 min.

On the Long Beach side there are 1,558 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (664 of them authorized for interstate work), and 429 around Berkeley (149 interstate). For an in-state 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 Berkeley.

Long Beach has a population of about 450,469 and Berkeley about 121,911. The two cities have comparable density (9,206 and 11,954 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Long Beach to Berkeley

Full-service estimate for 431 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,570	$1,910	$2,330
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,350	$2,870	$3,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,920	$4,780	$5,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,270	$7,640	$9,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,620	$10,510	$12,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$590–$840

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,070

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

Full-service mover

$3,920–$5,830

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 Long Beach (origin)

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274552
MC: 496960
Based in: Gardena, CA 90248 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3401792
MC: 1095095
Based in: South Gate, CA 90280 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 710576
MC: 327888
Based in: LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 770045
MC: 345513
Based in: Compton, CA 90221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (562) 983-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,558 movers in Long Beach

Near Berkeley (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 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 (4 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 (13 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 (11 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 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sukhjit Sandhu Trucking INC

USDOT: 1363134
MC: 522107
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (510) 750-3598 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargo Bay Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cargo Bay Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1937273
MC: 691228
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (510) 451-6800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 429 movers in Berkeley

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Long Beach–Berkeley corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Long Beach to Berkeley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,330 for a studio, $2,350 to $3,500 for a one-bedroom, $3,920 to $5,830 for a two-bedroom, $6,270 to $9,320 for a three-bedroom and $8,620 to $12,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Berkeley from Long Beach?

About 431 road miles (365 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 8 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Long Beach and Berkeley are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Long Beach to Berkeley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $590 to $840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,070. 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 Long Beach–Berkeley corridor.