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Moreno Valley, CA → Palo Alto, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Moreno Valley to Palo Alto

About 433 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,930–$5,840, delivery in 1–3 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 233 in Palo Alto.

  • 433 miroad distance
  • 8 h 10 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,930–$5,8402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 433 miles (367 straight-line)
Drive time
8 h 10 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination
233 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Palo Alto → Moreno Valley

Palo Alto sits about 433 miles northwest of Moreno Valley, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $3,930 to $5,840 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 10 min.

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 233 around Palo Alto (62 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 Palo Alto.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Palo Alto about 67,000. Moreno Valley is considerably denser (4,067 people per square mile versus 2,851), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Moreno Valley to Palo Alto

Full-service estimate for 433 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,570 $1,920 $2,340
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,360 $2,870 $3,500
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,930 $4,790 $5,840
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,280 $7,660 $9,350
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,640 $10,530 $12,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$590–$840

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

Portable container

$1,410–$2,070

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

Full-service mover

$3,930–$5,840

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 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 Palo Alto (destination)

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389468
MC
1089109
Based in
San Jose, CA 95126 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251388
MC
1023623
Based in
Fremont, CA 94538 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3488549
MC
1147342
Based in
Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (341) 236-1056 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT
2974713
MC
10809
Based in
San Jose, CA 95131 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Careful Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Careful Movers INC

USDOT
1464935
MC
553377
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (650) 595-8400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3247717
MC
1021407
Based in
Santa Clara, CA 95050 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mav Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4340425
MC
77787146
Based in
Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (510) 456-5745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 233 movers in Palo Alto

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Moreno Valley to Palo Alto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,340 for a studio, $2,360 to $3,500 for a one-bedroom, $3,930 to $5,840 for a two-bedroom, $6,280 to $9,350 for a three-bedroom and $8,640 to $12,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palo Alto from Moreno Valley?

About 433 road miles (367 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

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

No. Because both Moreno Valley and Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $590 to $840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,070. 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–Palo Alto corridor.