Murrieta, CA → Thousand Oaks, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Murrieta to Thousand Oaks

About 125 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,540–$3,770, delivery in 1–2 days, 142 carriers on the Murrieta side and 84 in Thousand Oaks.

125 miroad distance
2 h 51 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,540–$3,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Murrieta, California
To: Thousand Oaks, California
Road distance: ≈ 125 miles (106 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 51 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 142 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 84 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Thousand Oaks → Murrieta

The route from Murrieta, CA to Thousand Oaks, CA covers roughly 125 miles by road, a northwest-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 2 h 51 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,540 and $3,770, before packing or storage.

On the Murrieta side there are 142 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 of them authorized for interstate work), and 84 around Thousand Oaks (35 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 Thousand Oaks.

Murrieta has a population of about 114,124 and Thousand Oaks about 122,230. Murrieta is considerably denser (3,302 people per square mile versus 2,296), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Murrieta to Thousand Oaks

Full-service estimate for 125 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,540	$3,090	$3,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,060	$4,950	$6,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,580	$6,810	$8,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,540–$3,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Murrieta (origin)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3726885
MC: 1314053
Based in: Temecula, CA 92592 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (951) 553-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968191
MC: 733054
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 296-5757 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4316695
MC: 1683488
Based in: Temecula, CA 92590 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 834-3539 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3704517
MC: 1297579
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transistions INC

USDOT: 4055879
MC: 1537960
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (951) 561-3449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1864862
MC: 674258
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (909) 717-8115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Radu Danciu

USDOT: 2588395
MC: 907553
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (661) 414-2752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teg Carrier

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4217682
MC: 1641209
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 425-8137 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Murrieta

Near Thousand Oaks (destination)

Synergy Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3319725
MC: 1057066
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 304-0978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nittur Designs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394167
MC: 1724079
Based in: Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 341-9266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Protech Delivery And Installation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2719511
Based in: Moorpark, CA 93021 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 292-1340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Presto Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1691575
MC: 621224
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93063 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (818) 349-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Hills Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4128186
MC: 1580238
Based in: West Hills, CA 91304 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (818) 946-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sursim USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1880395
MC: 678225
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93063 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (818) 823-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

P R Produce INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492537
MC: 1218485
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (805) 259-8404 Route Verify on FMCSA

To Your Home Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3167943
MC: 1019329
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (818) 314-5491 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Thousand Oaks

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 Murrieta and Thousand Oaks is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Thousand Oaks 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 Murrieta to Thousand Oaks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,540 to $3,770 for a two-bedroom, $4,060 to $6,040 for a three-bedroom and $5,580 to $8,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thousand Oaks from Murrieta?

About 125 road miles (106 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 51 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Murrieta and Thousand Oaks 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 Murrieta to Thousand Oaks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 Murrieta–Thousand Oaks corridor.