Moreno Valley, CA → Encinitas, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Moreno Valley to Encinitas

About 71 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,690–$2,510, delivery in 1–2 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 142 in Encinitas.

71 miroad distance
1 h 55 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,690–$2,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Moreno Valley, California
To: Encinitas, California
Road distance: ≈ 71 miles (60 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 55 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Encinitas → Moreno Valley

The route from Moreno Valley, CA to Encinitas, CA covers roughly 71 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 55 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,690 and $2,510, before packing or storage.

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 142 around Encinitas (33 interstate). For an in-state 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.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Encinitas about 61,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,067 and 3,254 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Moreno Valley to Encinitas

Full-service estimate for 71 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$950	$1,150	$1,410
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,080	$1,320	$1,610
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,690	$2,060	$2,510
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,550	$3,110	$3,790
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,730	$4,550	$5,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,690–$2,510

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

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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 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

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Moreno Valley and Encinitas is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Encinitas with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Moreno Valley to Encinitas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $950 to $1,410 for a studio, $1,080 to $1,610 for a one-bedroom, $1,690 to $2,510 for a two-bedroom, $2,550 to $3,790 for a three-bedroom and $3,730 to $5,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Encinitas from Moreno Valley?

About 71 road miles (60 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 55 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Moreno Valley and Encinitas are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Moreno Valley to Encinitas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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–Encinitas corridor.