Lowell, MA → Encinitas, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lowell to Encinitas

About 3,020 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,120–$15,060, delivery in 7–14 days, 215 carriers on the Lowell side and 142 in Encinitas.

3,020 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,120–$15,0602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lowell, Massachusetts
To: Encinitas, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,020 miles (2,559 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 215 (152 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Encinitas → Lowell

The route from Lowell, MA to Encinitas, CA covers roughly 3,020 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 $10,120 to $15,060 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lowell side there are 215 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (152 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Encinitas (33 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 Encinitas.

Lowell has a population of about 119,971 and Encinitas about 61,000. Lowell is considerably denser (8,497 people per square mile versus 3,254), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Lowell to Encinitas

Full-service estimate for 3,020 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,050	$4,940	$6,020
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,070	$7,410	$9,040
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,120	$12,340	$15,060
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,190	$19,750	$24,090
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,270	$27,150	$33,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,150–$5,860

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

Portable container

$3,720–$5,460

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

Full-service mover

$10,120–$15,060

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lowell (origin)

Xquisite Logistix LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3679531
MC: 1279402
Based in: Littleton, MA 01460 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (781) 777-3085 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ama Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233338
MC: 162524
Based in: Billerica, MA 01821 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (978) 667-9133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Severance Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 23907
MC: 98938
Based in: Dracut, MA 01826 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (978) 275-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tejada Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454459
MC: 1125607
Based in: Lawrence, MA 01843 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 587-9053 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tighe Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 55290
MC: 104967
Based in: Woburn, MA 01801 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 939-0925 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Corporation-Office Svs Div

Licensed interstate

Legal name: J & M Installations

USDOT: 592850
MC: 1206423
Based in: Chelmsford, MA 01824 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (978) 322-2501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rb Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2505448
MC: 869879
Based in: Methuen, MA 01844 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (508) 818-1314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 215 movers in Lowell

Near Encinitas (destination)

Altman Specialty Plants LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 440672
MC: 277756
Based in: Vista, CA 92084 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 311 trucks, 309 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (760) 744-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pack & Crate Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 34546
MC: 136200
Based in: Escondido, CA 92025 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (909) 780-1073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Online Trucking Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159029
MC: 750403
Based in: Vista, CA 92081 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 598-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Barak Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4100368
MC: 1564012
Based in: San Diego, CA 92121 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (619) 856-6127 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grizzly Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642040
MC: 920877
Based in: San Diego, CA 92126 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (844) 474-9959 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antida Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2619707
MC: 913842
Based in: San Diego, CA 92127 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 398-6994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Operator Logistics Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2660024
MC: 1709631
Based in: Vista, CA 92083 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 941-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Resendiz Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3398785
MC: 1134994
Based in: Escondido, CA 92026 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 509-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Encinitas

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lowell to Encinitas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,050 to $6,020 for a studio, $6,070 to $9,040 for a one-bedroom, $10,120 to $15,060 for a two-bedroom, $16,190 to $24,090 for a three-bedroom and $22,270 to $33,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Encinitas from Lowell?

About 3,020 road miles (2,559 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 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 Massachusetts 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 Lowell to Encinitas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,150 to $5,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,720 to $5,460. 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 Lowell–Encinitas corridor.