Myrtle Beach, SC → Thousand Oaks, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Myrtle Beach to Thousand Oaks

About 2,687 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,510–$12,660, delivery in 7–14 days, 148 carriers on the Myrtle Beach side and 84 in Thousand Oaks.

2,687 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,510–$12,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
To: Thousand Oaks, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,687 miles (2,277 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 148 (97 interstate)
Movers at destination: 84 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Thousand Oaks → Myrtle Beach

Moving from Myrtle Beach to Thousand Oaks is a cross-country move of roughly 2,687 road miles, heading west from South Carolina to California.

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 $8,510 to $12,660 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 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Myrtle Beach side there are 148 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (97 of them authorized for interstate work), and 84 around Thousand Oaks (35 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 Thousand Oaks.

Myrtle Beach has a population of about 39,000 and Thousand Oaks about 122,230. Thousand Oaks is the denser city (2,296 people per square mile versus 1,524 in Myrtle Beach), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than South Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Myrtle Beach to Thousand Oaks

Full-service estimate for 2,687 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,400	$4,150	$5,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,110	$6,230	$7,600
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,510	$10,380	$12,660
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,620	$16,610	$20,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,720	$22,830	$27,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,660–$5,170

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

Portable container

$3,420–$5,030

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

Full-service mover

$8,510–$12,660

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 Myrtle Beach (origin)

Gohn Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415220
MC: 1468264
Based in: Conway, SC 29526 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 54 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (814) 327-4536 Route Verify on FMCSA

Turner Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1937216
MC: 691220
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (843) 215-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speedy-Pak

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Speedy-Pak INC

USDOT: 283652
MC: 227521
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (843) 238-4020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men & A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Reliable Services Group

USDOT: 938286
MC: 403453
Based in: Conway, SC 29526 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (843) 234-2155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aceway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576625
MC: 1206639
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (843) 251-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strand Import & Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915507
MC: 488963
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (843) 236-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Positive Moves Relocation And Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1605825
MC: 1382498
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (843) 516-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Myrtle Beach LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782266
MC: 1354412
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 148 movers in Myrtle Beach

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

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 Thousand Oaks accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Myrtle Beach to Thousand Oaks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,400 to $5,060 for a studio, $5,110 to $7,600 for a one-bedroom, $8,510 to $12,660 for a two-bedroom, $13,620 to $20,260 for a three-bedroom and $18,720 to $27,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thousand Oaks from Myrtle Beach?

About 2,687 road miles (2,277 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 South Carolina into California 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 Myrtle Beach to Thousand Oaks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,660 to $5,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,420 to $5,030. 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 Myrtle Beach–Thousand Oaks corridor.