Long Beach, CA → Valdosta, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Long Beach to Valdosta

About 2,404 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,130–$12,090, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,558 carriers on the Long Beach side and 130 in Valdosta.

2,404 miroad distance
42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,130–$12,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Long Beach, California
To: Valdosta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 2,404 miles (2,038 straight-line)
Drive time: 42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,558 (664 interstate)
Movers at destination: 130 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Valdosta → Long Beach

Valdosta sits about 2,404 miles east of Long Beach, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Georgia 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 $8,130 to $12,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 42 hours (5 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 130 around Valdosta (77 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 Valdosta.

Long Beach has a population of about 450,469 and Valdosta about 56,000. Long Beach is considerably denser (9,206 people per square mile versus 1,539), 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 Georgia 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 Valdosta

Full-service estimate for 2,404 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,250	$3,970	$4,840
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,880	$5,950	$7,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,130	$9,910	$12,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,010	$15,860	$19,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,880	$21,810	$26,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,370–$4,760

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

Portable container

$3,170–$4,660

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

Full-service mover

$8,130–$12,090

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 Valdosta (destination)

Outsource Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 997480
MC: 422306
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31601 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (229) 249-9026 Route Verify on FMCSA

T M Shipping INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 242366
MC: 172668
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31601 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (229) 671-6223 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Sanders Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3332009
MC: 1356136
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31602 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (307) 533-7254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Servpro Of Valdosta

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Swga Catastrophe Response Specialists LLC

USDOT: 3292158
MC: 1042696
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31601 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (229) 506-8247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ortlieb Moving And Storage Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ortlieb Moving & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 29630
MC: 129388
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31601 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (229) 242-6468 Route Verify on FMCSA

Core Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3528247
MC: 1173649
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31601 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (229) 466-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Henry Freight Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2352886
MC: 805637
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31602 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (678) 764-6623 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trailway Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2986479
MC: 94475
Based in: Valdosta, GA 31601 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (678) 934-2432 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 130 movers in Valdosta

Tips for this move

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 Valdosta accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,250 to $4,840 for a studio, $4,880 to $7,260 for a one-bedroom, $8,130 to $12,090 for a two-bedroom, $13,010 to $19,350 for a three-bedroom and $17,880 to $26,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Valdosta from Long Beach?

About 2,404 road miles (2,038 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Georgia 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 Valdosta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,370 to $4,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,170 to $4,660. 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–Valdosta corridor.