Monterey, CA → New Bedford, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Monterey to New Bedford

About 3,201 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,470–$15,580, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Monterey side and 80 in New Bedford.

3,201 miroad distance
55 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,470–$15,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Monterey, California
To: New Bedford, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 3,201 miles (2,713 straight-line)
Drive time: 55 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 12 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (56 interstate)

Reverse: New Bedford → Monterey

Moving from Monterey to New Bedford is a cross-country move of roughly 3,201 road miles, heading northeast from California to Massachusetts.

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 $10,470 to $15,580 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 55 hours (7 driving days).

On the Monterey side there are 12 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 80 around New Bedford (56 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 New Bedford.

Monterey has a population of about 30,000 and New Bedford about 101,834. New Bedford is the denser city (5,054 people per square mile versus 3,495 in Monterey), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Monterey to New Bedford

Full-service estimate for 3,201 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,190	$5,110	$6,230
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,280	$7,660	$9,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,470	$12,770	$15,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,750	$20,430	$24,930
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$23,040	$28,090	$34,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,490–$6,340

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

Portable container

$3,880–$5,700

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

Full-service mover

$10,470–$15,580

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Monterey (origin)

American Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1077325
MC: 447949
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (831) 384-4139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 21st Century Moving LLC

USDOT: 2983026
MC: 1294330
Based in: Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (831) 869-9367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Valerio Lima

USDOT: 167294
MC: 51424
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 883-0212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Supply & Demand Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3507091
MC: 1159608
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 710-7824 Route Verify on FMCSA

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Marcus Chubbs INC

USDOT: 2710075
Based in: Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 392-6487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Newell Johnson

USDOT: 3202429
Based in: Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (831) 737-4614 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3375963
MC: 1082909
Based in: Pebble Beach, CA 93953 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 236-0336 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jesus Ruelas Gamboa

USDOT: 3725511
Based in: Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (831) 521-8173 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near New Bedford (destination)

Stop And Shop Supermarket

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: The Stop And Shop Supermarket Company

USDOT: 8653
MC: 105296
Based in: Assonet, MA 02702 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 376 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (508) 977-5125 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southcoast Moving Storage And Property Management LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1651524
MC: 607808
Based in: New Bedford, MA 02740 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 44 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (508) 984-4111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cape Cargo INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 813744
MC: 406241
Based in: West Wareham, MA 02576 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (508) 833-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1108840
MC: 456026
Based in: West Wareham, MA 02576 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (401) 825-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triunfo Foods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Triunfo Foods Of Massachusetts INC

USDOT: 3818613
MC: 1380937
Based in: New Bedford, MA 02746 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (973) 712-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Russell Parsons

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rusty'S Junk Removal LLC

USDOT: 4165245
MC: 1601227
Based in: Fairhaven, MA 02719 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (774) 510-6199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valtran INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1003291
MC: 576093
Based in: New Bedford, MA 02746 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (508) 991-6868 Route Verify on FMCSA

Long Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2945834
MC: 997090
Based in: Westport, MA 02790 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (508) 642-2102 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in New Bedford

Tips for this move

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 New Bedford accordingly.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Monterey to New Bedford?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,190 to $6,230 for a studio, $6,280 to $9,350 for a one-bedroom, $10,470 to $15,580 for a two-bedroom, $16,750 to $24,930 for a three-bedroom and $23,040 to $34,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Bedford from Monterey?

About 3,201 road miles (2,713 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 55 hours (7 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 Massachusetts 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 Monterey to New Bedford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,490 to $6,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,880 to $5,700. 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 Monterey–New Bedford corridor.