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Ocean City, MD → Oakland, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ocean City to Oakland

About 2,993 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,660–$14,370, delivery in 7–14 days, 103 carriers on the Ocean City side and 832 in Oakland.

  • 2,993 miroad distance
  • 52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,660–$14,3702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,993 miles (2,536 straight-line)
Drive time
52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
103 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination
832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Ocean City

The route from Ocean City, MD to Oakland, CA covers roughly 2,993 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $9,660 to $14,370 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Ocean City side there are 103 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 of them authorized for interstate work), and 832 around Oakland (258 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 Oakland.

Ocean City has a population of about 7,000 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 1,510 in Ocean City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Maryland, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Ocean City to Oakland

Full-service estimate for 2,993 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,860 $4,710 $5,750
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,790 $7,070 $8,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,660 $11,780 $14,370
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,450 $18,850 $22,990
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $21,250 $25,910 $31,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,130–$5,820

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

Portable container

$3,690–$5,430

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

Full-service mover

$9,660–$14,370

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 Ocean City (origin)

Old Salt

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Karikov LLC

USDOT
3003405
MC
25280
Based in
Berlin, MD 21811 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (973) 876-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Met Dynamics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3804786
MC
1370809
Based in
Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (470) 753-7294 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casual Designs Furniture

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4468017
MC
1763037
Based in
Selbyville, DE 19975 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (410) 629-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gazelle Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4212706
MC
1646659
Based in
Frankford, DE 19945 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (703) 623-5572 Route Verify on FMCSA

City Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cycle City INC

USDOT
3377222
MC
1199672
Based in
Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (410) 524-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
543911
MC
282332
Based in
Bishopville, MD 21813 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (410) 352-9856 Route Verify on FMCSA

Purnell Moving And Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gabriel L Purnell

USDOT
861738
MC
670940
Based in
Berlin, MD 21811 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (410) 641-1988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fang Transport LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3850817
MC
1403576
Based in
Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (301) 717-2024 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 103 movers in Ocean City

Near Oakland (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 832 movers in Oakland

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ocean City to Oakland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,860 to $5,750 for a studio, $5,790 to $8,620 for a one-bedroom, $9,660 to $14,370 for a two-bedroom, $15,450 to $22,990 for a three-bedroom and $21,250 to $31,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Ocean City?

About 2,993 road miles (2,536 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 Maryland 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 Ocean City to Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,130 to $5,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,690 to $5,430. 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 Ocean City–Oakland corridor.