Palm Bay, FL → Oakland, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Palm Bay to Oakland

About 2,931 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,220–$13,720, delivery in 7–14 days, 105 carriers on the Palm Bay side and 832 in Oakland.

2,931 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,220–$13,7202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palm Bay, Florida
To: Oakland, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,931 miles (2,484 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 105 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination: 832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Palm Bay

Moving from Palm Bay to Oakland is a cross-country move of roughly 2,931 road miles, heading northwest from Florida 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 $9,220 to $13,720 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Palm Bay side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 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.

Palm Bay has a population of about 148,092 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 1,386 in Palm Bay), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Palm Bay to Oakland

Full-service estimate for 2,931 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,690	$4,500	$5,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,530	$6,750	$8,230
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,220	$11,240	$13,720
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,750	$17,990	$21,940
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,280	$24,730	$30,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,060–$5,730

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

Portable container

$3,640–$5,350

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

Full-service mover

$9,220–$13,720

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 Palm Bay (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4055942
MC: 1537994
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32935 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zytran Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S7even LLC

USDOT: 1206797
MC: 517817
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (786) 451-3574 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT: 3599867
MC: 1222354
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32934 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT: 3705921
MC: 1298651
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32908 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT: 1912627
MC: 694311
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32908 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4412209
MC: 1733425
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32907 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shen Mc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2792487
MC: 944153
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (407) 202-0420 Route Verify on FMCSA

James Z Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3699924
MC: 1294166
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (917) 500-6601 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Palm Bay

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 Palm Bay to Oakland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,690 to $5,490 for a studio, $5,530 to $8,230 for a one-bedroom, $9,220 to $13,720 for a two-bedroom, $14,750 to $21,940 for a three-bedroom and $20,280 to $30,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Palm Bay?

About 2,931 road miles (2,484 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Florida 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 Palm Bay to Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,060 to $5,730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,640 to $5,350. 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 Palm Bay–Oakland corridor.