Long Beach, CA → Murrieta, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Long Beach to Murrieta

About 68 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,670–$2,480, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,558 carriers on the Long Beach side and 142 in Murrieta.

68 miroad distance
1 h 52 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,670–$2,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Long Beach, California
To: Murrieta, California
Road distance: ≈ 68 miles (58 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 52 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 1,558 (664 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (70 interstate)

Reverse: Murrieta → Long Beach

Moving from Long Beach to Murrieta is a short-haul move of roughly 68 road miles, heading east within California.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 52 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,670 and $2,480, before packing or storage.

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 142 around Murrieta (70 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 Murrieta.

Long Beach has a population of about 450,469 and Murrieta about 114,124. Long Beach is considerably denser (9,206 people per square mile versus 3,302), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Long Beach to Murrieta

Full-service estimate for 68 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$930	$1,140	$1,390
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,070	$1,300	$1,590
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,670	$2,040	$2,480
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,530	$3,080	$3,760
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,700	$4,510	$5,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,670–$2,480

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

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Near Murrieta (destination)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3726885
MC: 1314053
Based in: Temecula, CA 92592 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (951) 553-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968191
MC: 733054
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 296-5757 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4316695
MC: 1683488
Based in: Temecula, CA 92590 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 834-3539 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3704517
MC: 1297579
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transistions INC

USDOT: 4055879
MC: 1537960
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (951) 561-3449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1864862
MC: 674258
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (909) 717-8115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Radu Danciu

USDOT: 2588395
MC: 907553
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (661) 414-2752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teg Carrier

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4217682
MC: 1641209
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 425-8137 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Murrieta

Tips for this move

Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Long Beach and Murrieta is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Murrieta with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $930 to $1,390 for a studio, $1,070 to $1,590 for a one-bedroom, $1,670 to $2,480 for a two-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,760 for a three-bedroom and $3,700 to $5,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Murrieta from Long Beach?

About 68 road miles (58 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 52 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Long Beach and Murrieta 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 Murrieta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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–Murrieta corridor.