Moreno Valley, CA → Dearborn, MI · Cross-country move

Movers from Moreno Valley to Dearborn

About 2,268 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,850–$11,680, delivery in 7–14 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 827 in Dearborn.

2,268 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,850–$11,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Moreno Valley, California
To: Dearborn, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 2,268 miles (1,922 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination: 827 (380 interstate)

Reverse: Dearborn → Moreno Valley

Moving from Moreno Valley to Dearborn is a cross-country move of roughly 2,268 road miles, heading northeast from California to Michigan.

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 $7,850 to $11,680 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 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Moreno Valley side there are 861 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (478 of them authorized for interstate work), and 827 around Dearborn (380 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 Dearborn.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Dearborn about 105,611. The two cities have comparable density (4,067 and 4,544 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Michigan than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Moreno Valley to Dearborn

Full-service estimate for 2,268 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,140	$3,830	$4,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,710	$5,750	$7,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,850	$9,580	$11,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,570	$15,320	$18,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,280	$21,070	$25,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,230–$4,560

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

Portable container

$3,040–$4,480

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

Full-service mover

$7,850–$11,680

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Moreno Valley (origin)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408861
MC: 1099783
Based in: Riverside, CA 92518 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 107 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (951) 601-5701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461971
MC: 850730
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fames Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fames Transport INC

USDOT: 1239730
MC: 838202
Based in: San Bernardino, CA 92408 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (760) 784-5311 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 606156
MC: 291801
Based in: Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (909) 409-9147 Route Verify on FMCSA

F S C Trans

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2905768
MC: 977905
Based in: Riverside, CA 92503 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2978440
MC: 12917
Based in: Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 439-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep America Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1851509
MC: 670887
Based in: Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 521-1568 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 861 movers in Moreno Valley

Near Dearborn (destination)

USA Fulger Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2467803
MC: 853124
Based in: Wayne, MI 48184 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (313) 651-7156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Line Foodservice Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blue Line Foodservice Distribution INC

USDOT: 309893
MC: 213213
Based in: Farmington Hill, MI 48335 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 309 trucks, 394 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (313) 725-3750 Route Verify on FMCSA

Corrigan Moving Systems Premier Relocations

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Corrigan Moving & Storage Company

USDOT: 153343
MC: 41608
Based in: Dearborn, MI 48124 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 245 trucks, 215 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (313) 278-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alden Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 888722
MC: 387036
Based in: Melvindale, MI 48122 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 193 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (313) 388-9700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lk Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lk Transport LLC

USDOT: 3349817
MC: 1070757
Based in: Garden City, MI 48135 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 131 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (313) 454-6063 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & S Express Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2950753
MC: 999060
Based in: Melvindale, MI 48122 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 90 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (313) 406-5818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2455228
MC: 848013
Based in: Westland, MI 48186 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (734) 725-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 827 movers in Dearborn

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 Moreno Valley to Dearborn?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,140 to $4,670 for a studio, $4,710 to $7,010 for a one-bedroom, $7,850 to $11,680 for a two-bedroom, $12,570 to $18,700 for a three-bedroom and $17,280 to $25,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dearborn from Moreno Valley?

About 2,268 road miles (1,922 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 Michigan 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 Moreno Valley to Dearborn?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,230 to $4,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,040 to $4,480. 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 Moreno Valley–Dearborn corridor.