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Montgomery, AL → San Bernardino, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Montgomery to San Bernardino

About 2,113 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,340–$10,920, delivery in 5–10 days, 172 carriers on the Montgomery side and 993 in San Bernardino.

  • 2,113 miroad distance
  • 37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,340–$10,9202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,113 miles (1,790 straight-line)
Drive time
37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
172 (94 interstate)
Movers at destination
993 (554 interstate)

Reverse: San Bernardino → Montgomery

The route from Montgomery, AL to San Bernardino, CA covers roughly 2,113 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 $7,340 to $10,920 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 37 hours (5 driving days).

On the Montgomery side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (94 of them authorized for interstate work), and 993 around San Bernardino (554 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 San Bernardino.

Montgomery has a population of about 195,300 and San Bernardino about 222,044. San Bernardino is the denser city (3,577 people per square mile versus 1,255 in Montgomery), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Montgomery to San Bernardino

Full-service estimate for 2,113 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,940 $3,580 $4,370
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,410 $5,370 $6,550
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,340 $8,950 $10,920
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,750 $14,330 $17,480
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,150 $19,700 $24,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,920–$4,120

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

Portable container

$2,910–$4,270

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

Full-service mover

$7,340–$10,920

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 Montgomery (origin)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT
1547293
MC
1782606
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2074918
MC
724880
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1459725
MC
551427
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3285931
MC
1039730
Based in
Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1232137
MC
487744
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3860706
MC
1410244
Based in
Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2125239
MC
812350
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT
1188260
MC
474230
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Near San Bernardino (destination)

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT
1151662
MC
464864
Based in
Colton, CA 92324 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376402
MC
815769
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3799553
MC
1379375
Based in
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT
3038921
MC
60287
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Prestige Transportation INC

USDOT
2374229
MC
814849
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (224) 545-2148 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rig Runner

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eze Trucking LLC

USDOT
475073
MC
212438
Based in
Rialto, CA 92377 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (346) 444-3894 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seven Star Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3588865
MC
1214870
Based in
Fontana, CA 92336 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (657) 266-7295 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excel Trans Management INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2574872
MC
900451
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (213) 268-1320 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 993 movers in San Bernardino

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to San Bernardino?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,940 to $4,370 for a studio, $4,410 to $6,550 for a one-bedroom, $7,340 to $10,920 for a two-bedroom, $11,750 to $17,480 for a three-bedroom and $16,150 to $24,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Bernardino from Montgomery?

About 2,113 road miles (1,790 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 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 Alabama 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 Montgomery to San Bernardino?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,920 to $4,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,910 to $4,270. 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 Montgomery–San Bernardino corridor.