Oxnard, CA → Carlsbad, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Oxnard to Carlsbad

About 157 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,680–$3,990, delivery in 1–2 days, 94 carriers on the Oxnard side and 85 in Carlsbad.

157 miroad distance
3 h 24 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,680–$3,9902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Oxnard, California
To: Carlsbad, California
Road distance: ≈ 157 miles (133 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 94 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 85 (27 interstate)

Reverse: Carlsbad → Oxnard

The route from Oxnard, CA to Carlsbad, CA covers roughly 157 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $2,680 to $3,990 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 24 min.

On the Oxnard side there are 94 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 of them authorized for interstate work), and 85 around Carlsbad (27 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 Carlsbad.

Oxnard has a population of about 199,651 and Carlsbad about 112,260. Oxnard is considerably denser (7,625 people per square mile versus 3,036), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Oxnard to Carlsbad

Full-service estimate for 157 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	$1,610	$1,960	$2,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,680	$3,270	$3,990
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,900	$7,190	$8,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

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

Full-service mover

$2,680–$3,990

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Oxnard (origin)

Lagomarsino Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: John Lagomarsino

USDOT: 1743990
MC: 678513
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 509-4251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movegreen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Movegreen INC

USDOT: 1778050
MC: 648608
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 845-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cnl Transportations

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cnl Transportation LLC

USDOT: 6244896
MC: 71441032
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (820) 231-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

A3m'S Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4059113
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93033 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (805) 767-0169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aakar INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1895129
MC: 681732
Based in: Camarillo, CA 93012 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (877) 800-6070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunny Bros Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sunny Bros E-Commerce LLC

USDOT: 3741718
MC: 1324785
Based in: Camarillo, CA 93012 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (820) 667-7940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ld Power Freight

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4430443
MC: 1743148
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 496-5525 Route Verify on FMCSA

Melendez Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2012527
MC: 711157
Based in: Port Hueneme, CA 93041 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (805) 427-1861 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 94 movers in Oxnard

Near Carlsbad (destination)

Altman Specialty Plants LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 440672
MC: 277756
Based in: Vista, CA 92084 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 311 trucks, 309 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (760) 744-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cronus Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1840993
MC: 701726
Based in: Oceanside, CA 92057 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (760) 618-0707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Online Trucking Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159029
MC: 750403
Based in: Vista, CA 92081 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 598-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Operator Logistics Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2660024
MC: 1709631
Based in: Vista, CA 92083 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 941-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Resendiz Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3398785
MC: 1134994
Based in: Escondido, CA 92026 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 509-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antida Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2619707
MC: 913842
Based in: San Diego, CA 92127 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 398-6994 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&r Moving & Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2925375
MC: 987038
Based in: Carlsbad, CA 92011 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (619) 807-0772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Servpro Of North Vista San Marcos

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Araya Construction INC

USDOT: 2129355
Based in: San Marcos, CA 92069 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 758-3454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 85 movers in Carlsbad

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Oxnard to Carlsbad?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,390 for a one-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,990 for a two-bedroom, $4,290 to $6,380 for a three-bedroom and $5,900 to $8,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carlsbad from Oxnard?

About 157 road miles (133 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 24 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 Oxnard and Carlsbad 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 Oxnard to Carlsbad?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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 Oxnard–Carlsbad corridor.