Moreno Valley, CA → Lakewood, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Moreno Valley to Lakewood

About 2,816 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,530–$14,180, delivery in 7–14 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 171 in Lakewood.

2,816 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,530–$14,1802-bedroom estimate

Photo: Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

From: Moreno Valley, California
To: Lakewood, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,816 miles (2,387 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination: 171 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Moreno Valley

Lakewood sits about 2,816 miles northeast of Moreno Valley, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Jersey that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $9,530 to $14,180 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 49 hours (6 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 171 around Lakewood (91 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 Lakewood.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Lakewood about 143,765. Lakewood is the denser city (5,472 people per square mile versus 4,067 in Moreno Valley), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in New Jersey 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 Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 2,816 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,810	$4,650	$5,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,720	$6,970	$8,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,530	$11,620	$14,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,250	$18,590	$22,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,960	$25,560	$31,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,530–$14,180

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Moreno Valley, CA → Lakewood, NJ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

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 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 Lakewood (destination)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT: 2444229
MC: 843377
Based in: Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3681572
MC: 1280785
Based in: Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 661798
MC: 1053763
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT: 774963
MC: 431356
Based in: Brick, NJ 08723 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 285934
MC: 190852
Based in: Howell, NJ 07731 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1038738
MC: 444372
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08755 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2969363
MC: 9229
Based in: Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT: 4064194
MC: 1542693
Based in: Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
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 Lakewood accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

Near Moreno Valley

Near Lakewood

Related routes

Other destinations from Moreno Valley

Other origins to Lakewood

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,810 to $5,670 for a studio, $5,720 to $8,510 for a one-bedroom, $9,530 to $14,180 for a two-bedroom, $15,250 to $22,680 for a three-bedroom and $20,960 to $31,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Moreno Valley?

About 2,816 road miles (2,387 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 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 New Jersey 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 Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,200. 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–Lakewood corridor.