Longview, TX → Salinas, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Longview to Salinas

About 1,829 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,120–$10,590, delivery in 5–10 days, 89 carriers on the Longview side and 112 in Salinas.

1,829 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,120–$10,5902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Longview, Texas
To: Salinas, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,829 miles (1,550 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 89 (47 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Salinas → Longview

The route from Longview, TX to Salinas, CA covers roughly 1,829 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,120 to $10,590 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Longview side there are 89 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (47 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Salinas (42 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 Salinas.

Longview has a population of about 82,000 and Salinas about 159,134. Salinas is the denser city (6,959 people per square mile versus 1,462 in Longview), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Longview to Salinas

Full-service estimate for 1,829 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,850	$3,470	$4,240
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,270	$5,210	$6,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,120	$8,680	$10,590
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,390	$13,890	$16,940
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,660	$19,090	$23,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,630–$3,710

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

Portable container

$2,650–$3,900

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

Full-service mover

$7,120–$10,590

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 Longview (origin)

Miva Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blackwater Energy Services LLC

USDOT: 3392747
MC: 1090679
Based in: Gilmer, TX 75645 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (806) 781-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2802940
MC: 20067
Based in: Hallsville, TX 75650 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (601) 381-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Get Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376411
MC: 999684
Based in: Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (903) 238-2427 Route Verify on FMCSA

V-T4p Ihaul

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4551516
MC: 1813164
Based in: Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (903) 220-1476 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Empire LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2452099
MC: 968589
Based in: Longview, TX 75605 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (903) 452-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramos Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jose A Rojas Ramos

USDOT: 3141232
MC: 99270
Based in: Kilgore, TX 75662 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (903) 808-0967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Higgs Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willie Higgs

USDOT: 2270671
MC: 1579829
Based in: Longview, TX 75601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (903) 422-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

A'S Hotshot Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3478473
MC: 1140780
Based in: Longview, TX 75604 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (903) 570-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 89 movers in Longview

Near Salinas (destination)

Marios Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mario H Flores Ramos

USDOT: 1837323
MC: 696648
Based in: Salinas, CA 93905 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (831) 706-0104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cardinale Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 45193
MC: 138022
Based in: Castroville, CA 95012 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 632-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pastor R Torres

USDOT: 1267362
MC: 495423
Based in: Salinas, CA 93906 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (831) 710-7060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scarr Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 44159
MC: 139811
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 424-2784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southbay Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: South Bay Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 2967929
MC: 1213784
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (831) 205-1982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Poulos Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Poulos Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 2618126
MC: 1016606
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 394-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&m Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1207814
MC: 486132
Based in: Castroville, CA 95012 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (831) 633-5903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hdz Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3405537
MC: 1766261
Based in: Salinas, CA 93905 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 794-0655 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Salinas

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 Salinas 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 Longview to Salinas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,850 to $4,240 for a studio, $4,270 to $6,350 for a one-bedroom, $7,120 to $10,590 for a two-bedroom, $11,390 to $16,940 for a three-bedroom and $15,660 to $23,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Salinas from Longview?

About 1,829 road miles (1,550 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Texas into California 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 Longview to Salinas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,630 to $3,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,650 to $3,900. 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 Longview–Salinas corridor.