Oxnard, CA → Palmdale, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Oxnard to Palmdale

About 81 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,750–$2,600, delivery in 1–2 days, 94 carriers on the Oxnard side and 129 in Palmdale.

81 miroad distance
2 h 6 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,750–$2,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Oxnard, California
To: Palmdale, California
Road distance: ≈ 81 miles (68 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 6 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 94 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Palmdale → Oxnard

Moving from Oxnard to Palmdale is a short-haul move of roughly 81 road miles, heading northeast within California.

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 6 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,750 and $2,600, before packing or storage.

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 129 around Palmdale (66 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 Palmdale.

Oxnard has a population of about 199,651 and Palmdale about 161,845. Oxnard is considerably denser (7,625 people per square mile versus 1,597), 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 Palmdale

Full-service estimate for 81 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$990	$1,210	$1,470
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,120	$1,370	$1,670
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,750	$2,130	$2,600
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,620	$3,200	$3,900
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,820	$4,660	$5,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,750–$2,600

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 Palmdale (destination)

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4384395
MC: 1719247
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Here LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3956591
MC: 1474260
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (661) 350-0674 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Trucks INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 746806
MC: 268822
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (626) 303-6200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Track Express LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4548721
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (818) 399-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antelope Valley Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Valley Refrigerating Company

USDOT: 34380
MC: 133696
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 947-4121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3148907
MC: 103731
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT: 4216491
MC: 1639401
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT: 2951860
MC: 1555690
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Palmdale

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $990 to $1,470 for a studio, $1,120 to $1,670 for a one-bedroom, $1,750 to $2,600 for a two-bedroom, $2,620 to $3,900 for a three-bedroom and $3,820 to $5,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palmdale from Oxnard?

About 81 road miles (68 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Oxnard and Palmdale 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 Palmdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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–Palmdale corridor.