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

Movers from Moreno Valley to Princeton

About 2,787 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,470–$14,090, delivery in 7–14 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 149 in Princeton.

  • 2,787 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,470–$14,0902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,787 miles (2,362 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination
149 (111 interstate)

Reverse: Princeton → Moreno Valley

Princeton sits about 2,787 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 $9,470 to $14,090 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 48 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 149 around Princeton (111 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 Princeton.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Princeton about 31,000. Moreno Valley is considerably denser (4,067 people per square mile versus 1,710), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 Princeton

Full-service estimate for 2,787 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,790 $4,620 $5,640
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,680 $6,930 $8,460
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,470 $11,550 $14,090
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,160 $18,480 $22,550
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $20,840 $25,420 $31,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,910–$5,530

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

Portable container

$3,510–$5,160

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

Full-service mover

$9,470–$14,090

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 Princeton (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT
17093
MC
32775
Based in
Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
212340
MC
149114
Based in
Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
1982
Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Everlast Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Everlast Transport INC

USDOT
550019
MC
993300
Based in
Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (732) 727-0634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glenway Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Glenway Edison Corporation

USDOT
1696595
MC
784444
Based in
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (732) 593-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mg Express Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2521395
MC
875334
Based in
East Windsor, NJ 08520 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (973) 873-5155 Route Verify on FMCSA

George'S Garage & Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
649697
MC
935073
Based in
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (609) 655-3334 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Santini Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A Santini Storage Company Of NJ INC

USDOT
6045
MC
53438
Based in
Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (973) 228-7211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Specialized Hauling INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2986680
MC
16953
Based in
Monroe, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (917) 685-8268 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 149 movers in Princeton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,790 to $5,640 for a studio, $5,680 to $8,460 for a one-bedroom, $9,470 to $14,090 for a two-bedroom, $15,160 to $22,550 for a three-bedroom and $20,840 to $31,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Princeton from Moreno Valley?

About 2,787 road miles (2,362 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Princeton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,910 to $5,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,510 to $5,160. 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–Princeton corridor.