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

Movers from Longview to Ventura

About 1,669 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,830–$10,170, delivery in 5–10 days, 89 carriers on the Longview side and 71 in Ventura.

1,669 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,830–$10,1702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Longview, Texas
To: Ventura, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,669 miles (1,414 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 89 (47 interstate)
Movers at destination: 71 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Ventura → Longview

Moving from Longview to Ventura is a cross-country move of roughly 1,669 road miles, heading west from Texas to California.

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 $6,830 to $10,170 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 29 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 71 around Ventura (15 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 Ventura.

Longview has a population of about 82,000 and Ventura about 109,914. Ventura is the denser city (5,058 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 Ventura

Full-service estimate for 1,669 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,730	$3,330	$4,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,830	$8,330	$10,170
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,940	$13,340	$16,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,040	$18,340	$22,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,830–$10,170

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 Ventura (destination)

Lagomarsino Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: John Lagomarsino

USDOT: 1743990
MC: 678513
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 509-4251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movegreen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Movegreen INC

USDOT: 1778050
MC: 648608
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 845-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cnl Transportations

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cnl Transportation LLC

USDOT: 6244896
MC: 71441032
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (820) 231-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

A3m'S Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4059113
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93033 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (805) 767-0169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Og Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4387434
MC: 1720740
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 340-7105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silveira Transport

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Silveira

USDOT: 1317195
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (805) 830-3081 Route Verify on FMCSA

G-M Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4502515
MC: 1781414
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 815-8736 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ld Power Freight

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4430443
MC: 1743148
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 496-5525 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Ventura

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Longview to Ventura?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,070 for a studio, $4,100 to $6,100 for a one-bedroom, $6,830 to $10,170 for a two-bedroom, $10,940 to $16,270 for a three-bedroom and $15,040 to $22,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ventura from Longview?

About 1,669 road miles (1,414 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Ventura?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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–Ventura corridor.