Oxnard, CA → Portsmouth, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Oxnard to Portsmouth

About 3,123 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,820–$14,600, delivery in 7–14 days, 94 carriers on the Oxnard side and 51 in Portsmouth.

3,123 miroad distance
54 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,820–$14,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Oxnard, California
To: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 3,123 miles (2,646 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 94 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (38 interstate)

Reverse: Portsmouth → Oxnard

Portsmouth sits about 3,123 miles northeast of Oxnard, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Hampshire that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $9,820 to $14,600 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 54 hours (7 driving days).

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 51 around Portsmouth (38 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 Portsmouth.

Oxnard has a population of about 199,651 and Portsmouth about 23,000. Oxnard is considerably denser (7,625 people per square mile versus 1,402), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in New Hampshire than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Oxnard to Portsmouth

Full-service estimate for 3,123 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,930	$4,790	$5,840
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,890	$7,180	$8,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,820	$11,970	$14,600
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,700	$19,150	$23,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,590	$26,330	$32,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,260–$6,010

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

Portable container

$3,810–$5,600

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

Full-service mover

$9,820–$14,600

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 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 Portsmouth (destination)

Bridges Bros Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crowded Street Holdings LLC

USDOT: 3152985
MC: 105934
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 772-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

William C Huff Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 361089
MC: 249041
Based in: Dover, NH 03820 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 335-2967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Bros Moving Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1761858
MC: 644032
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (603) 436-2725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wings-Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2519075
MC: 874927
Based in: Hampton, NH 03842 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (603) 918-3664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Movers LLC

USDOT: 1381627
MC: 532837
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (603) 379-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

McLaughlin Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 363252
MC: 74451
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 427-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Fence & Deck LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2874509
MC: 1767324
Based in: Somersworth, NH 03878 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (603) 749-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluebird Self Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bluebird Storage LLC

USDOT: 4233288
MC: 1638118
Based in: Greenland, NH 03840 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 380-9443 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Portsmouth

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 Portsmouth 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 Oxnard to Portsmouth?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,930 to $5,840 for a studio, $5,890 to $8,760 for a one-bedroom, $9,820 to $14,600 for a two-bedroom, $15,700 to $23,360 for a three-bedroom and $21,590 to $32,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portsmouth from Oxnard?

About 3,123 road miles (2,646 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 54 hours (7 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 California into New Hampshire 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 Oxnard to Portsmouth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,260 to $6,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,810 to $5,600. 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–Portsmouth corridor.