Long Beach, CA → Bozeman, MT · Long-distance move

Movers from Long Beach to Bozeman

About 1,067 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,390–$8,020, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,558 carriers on the Long Beach side and 39 in Bozeman.

1,067 miroad distance
19 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,390–$8,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Long Beach, California
To: Bozeman, Montana
Road distance: ≈ 1,067 miles (904 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,558 (664 interstate)
Movers at destination: 39 (27 interstate)

Reverse: Bozeman → Long Beach

Bozeman sits about 1,067 miles north of Long Beach, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Montana that most movers classify as a 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 $5,390 to $8,020 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 6 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 39 around Bozeman (27 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 Bozeman.

Long Beach has a population of about 450,469 and Bozeman about 57,000. Long Beach is considerably denser (9,206 people per square mile versus 2,493), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Montana than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Long Beach to Bozeman

Full-service estimate for 1,067 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,160	$2,630	$3,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,230	$3,940	$4,810
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,390	$6,570	$8,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,620	$10,510	$12,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,850	$14,450	$17,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$5,390–$8,020

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 Bozeman (destination)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT: 4142949
MC: 1588857
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2316339
MC: 790746
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT: 436774
MC: 240409
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3854639
MC: 1406132
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 4460852
MC: 1762976
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8811771
MC: 77831789
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4557708
MC: 1811084
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1902328
MC: 1099864
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,160 to $3,210 for a studio, $3,230 to $4,810 for a one-bedroom, $5,390 to $8,020 for a two-bedroom, $8,620 to $12,830 for a three-bedroom and $11,850 to $17,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bozeman from Long Beach?

About 1,067 road miles (904 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 California into Montana 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 Long Beach to Bozeman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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–Bozeman corridor.