Long Beach, CA → St. Cloud, MN · Cross-country move

Movers from Long Beach to St. Cloud

About 1,774 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,180–$10,680, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,558 carriers on the Long Beach side and 243 in St. Cloud.

1,774 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,180–$10,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Long Beach, California
To: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,774 miles (1,504 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,558 (664 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (91 interstate)

Reverse: St. Cloud → Long Beach

St. Cloud sits about 1,774 miles northeast of Long Beach, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Minnesota 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 $7,180 to $10,680 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

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 243 around St. Cloud (91 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 St. Cloud.

Long Beach has a population of about 450,469 and St. Cloud about 69,000. Long Beach is considerably denser (9,206 people per square mile versus 1,713), 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 Minnesota 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 St. Cloud

Full-service estimate for 1,774 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,870	$3,500	$4,270
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,310	$5,250	$6,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,180	$8,750	$10,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,480	$14,000	$17,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,790	$19,260	$23,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,420–$3,420

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

Portable container

$2,600–$3,830

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

Full-service mover

$7,180–$10,680

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

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 St. Cloud (destination)

Spee Dee Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247570
MC: 171133
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 560 trucks, 1,025 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 251-6697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ats INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 606920
MC: 286926
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 318 trucks, 291 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (320) 255-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Huls Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2825526
MC: 395713
Based in: St Joseph, MN 56374 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (320) 363-7915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cool Fuel Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Arfsten Transfer INC

USDOT: 242597
MC: 173128
Based in: Clearwater, MN 55320 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 558-9307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interstate Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Andy'S Towing LLC

USDOT: 2551684
MC: 889071
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (320) 251-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ad Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3548179
MC: 1187304
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (612) 876-8721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unique Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896983
MC: 1347632
Based in: Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (320) 237-3776 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deero LLC Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718717
MC: 1308072
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 985-3489 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in St. Cloud

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in St. Cloud accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Long Beach to St. Cloud?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,870 to $4,270 for a studio, $4,310 to $6,410 for a one-bedroom, $7,180 to $10,680 for a two-bedroom, $11,480 to $17,080 for a three-bedroom and $15,790 to $23,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Cloud from Long Beach?

About 1,774 road miles (1,504 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 California into Minnesota 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 St. Cloud?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,420 to $3,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,600 to $3,830. 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–St. Cloud corridor.