Moreno Valley, CA → Rochester, MN · Cross-country move

Movers from Moreno Valley to Rochester

About 1,761 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,150–$10,640, delivery in 5–10 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 116 in Rochester.

1,761 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,150–$10,6402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Moreno Valley, California
To: Rochester, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,761 miles (1,492 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination: 116 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Moreno Valley

Moving from Moreno Valley to Rochester is a cross-country move of roughly 1,761 road miles, heading northeast from California to Minnesota.

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 $7,150 to $10,640 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 31 hours (4 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 116 around Rochester (72 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 Rochester.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Rochester about 124,292. Moreno Valley is considerably denser (4,067 people per square mile versus 2,187), 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 Minnesota 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 Rochester

Full-service estimate for 1,761 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,860	$3,490	$4,260
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,150	$8,720	$10,640
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,450	$13,960	$17,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,740	$19,190	$23,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,410–$3,400

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

Portable container

$2,590–$3,810

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

Full-service mover

$7,150–$10,640

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 Rochester (destination)

Steve Yaggy Specialized Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 291671
MC: 272806
Based in: Rochester, MN 55902 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (507) 282-1715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 587147
MC: 283784
Based in: Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (507) 281-9787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1561552
MC: 579169
Based in: Kasson, MN 55944 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (507) 634-2047 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piepho Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 286311
MC: 133951
Based in: Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (507) 289-4515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Rochester Mn

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bennett Moving LLC

USDOT: 2468021
MC: 861017
Based in: Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (507) 258-5558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kautz Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 717630
MC: 330197
Based in: Pine Island, MN 55963 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (507) 356-2425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Servicemaster Of Rochester

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Mesenburg Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1221281
Based in: Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (507) 282-5747 Route Verify on FMCSA

Channel One Regional Food Bank

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Channel One INC

USDOT: 682434
Based in: Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (507) 287-2350 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Rochester

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 Rochester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,860 to $4,260 for a studio, $4,290 to $6,390 for a one-bedroom, $7,150 to $10,640 for a two-bedroom, $11,450 to $17,030 for a three-bedroom and $15,740 to $23,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Moreno Valley?

About 1,761 road miles (1,492 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Minnesota 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 Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,410 to $3,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,590 to $3,810. 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–Rochester corridor.