Newport News, VA → Torrance, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Newport News to Torrance

About 2,769 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,050–$13,460, delivery in 7–14 days, 168 carriers on the Newport News side and 789 in Torrance.

2,769 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,050–$13,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Newport News, Virginia
To: Torrance, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,769 miles (2,346 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 168 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination: 789 (357 interstate)

Reverse: Torrance → Newport News

Moving from Newport News to Torrance is a cross-country move of roughly 2,769 road miles, heading west from Virginia 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 $9,050 to $13,460 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 Newport News side there are 168 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (89 of them authorized for interstate work), and 789 around Torrance (357 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 Torrance.

Newport News has a population of about 183,230 and Torrance about 138,391. Torrance is the denser city (7,174 people per square mile versus 2,699 in Newport News), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Newport News to Torrance

Full-service estimate for 2,769 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,620	$4,410	$5,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,430	$6,620	$8,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,050	$11,030	$13,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,470	$17,650	$21,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,900	$24,270	$29,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,900–$5,500

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

Portable container

$3,490–$5,130

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

Full-service mover

$9,050–$13,460

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Newport News (origin)

Seaford Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seaford Transfer INC

USDOT: 537377
MC: 268065
Based in: Yorktown, VA 23692 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (757) 898-8019 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Newport News LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2960425
MC: 4335
Based in: Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (804) 409-0814 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Newport News

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Newport News LLC

USDOT: 3064471
MC: 57163
Based in: Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (757) 356-2830 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Cartage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Logistics INC

USDOT: 1852556
MC: 669512
Based in: Newport News, VA 23608 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (757) 223-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smd Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Solid Management And Development LLC

USDOT: 4162261
MC: 1626630
Based in: Newport News, VA 23602 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (917) 767-5259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3389631
MC: 1089178
Based in: Smithfield, VA 23430 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 916-0378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quantex Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3902896
MC: 1438372
Based in: Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (757) 401-1607 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rely-Ance Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3726517
MC: 1313785
Based in: Carrollton, VA 23314 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (757) 329-4995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Newport News

Near Torrance (destination)

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2719785
MC: 934868
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274552
MC: 496960
Based in: Gardena, CA 90248 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3401792
MC: 1095095
Based in: South Gate, CA 90280 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778992
MC: 648911
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90037 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 770045
MC: 345513
Based in: Compton, CA 90221 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (562) 983-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Bay Trucking Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2178221
MC: 756420
Based in: Wilmington, CA 90744 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 44 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (310) 561-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 789 movers in Torrance

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Torrance accordingly.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Newport News to Torrance?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,620 to $5,380 for a studio, $5,430 to $8,080 for a one-bedroom, $9,050 to $13,460 for a two-bedroom, $14,470 to $21,530 for a three-bedroom and $19,900 to $29,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Torrance from Newport News?

About 2,769 road miles (2,346 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 Virginia 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 Newport News to Torrance?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,900 to $5,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,490 to $5,130. 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 Newport News–Torrance corridor.