Memphis, TN → Anaheim, CA · Cross-country move
About 1,864 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,080–$10,540, delivery in 5–10 days, 534 carriers on the Memphis side and 1,278 in Anaheim.
Moving from Memphis to Anaheim is a cross-country move of roughly 1,864 road miles, heading west from Tennessee 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 $7,080 to $10,540 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 Memphis side there are 534 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,278 around Anaheim (560 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 Anaheim.
Memphis has a population of about 609,647 and Anaheim about 341,008. Anaheim is the denser city (6,895 people per square mile versus 2,132 in Memphis), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,830 | $3,450 | $4,210 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,250 | $5,180 | $6,320 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $7,080 | $8,640 | $10,540 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $11,330 | $13,820 | $16,860 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $15,580 | $19,000 | $23,180 |
$2,670–$3,760
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,680–$3,950
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$7,080–$10,540
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Memphis, TN → Anaheim, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Jit - Ex LLC
Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC
Legal name: Total Transportation Logistics INC
Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,830 to $4,210 for a studio, $4,250 to $6,320 for a one-bedroom, $7,080 to $10,540 for a two-bedroom, $11,330 to $16,860 for a three-bedroom and $15,580 to $23,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,864 road miles (1,580 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 hours (4 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Tennessee 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,670 to $3,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,680 to $3,950. 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.
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 Memphis–Anaheim corridor.