Palm Coast, FL → Fontana, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Palm Coast to Fontana

About 2,523 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,490–$12,630, delivery in 7–14 days, 66 carriers on the Palm Coast side and 1,173 in Fontana.

2,523 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,490–$12,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palm Coast, Florida
To: Fontana, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,523 miles (2,139 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (28 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,173 (642 interstate)

Reverse: Fontana → Palm Coast

The route from Palm Coast, FL to Fontana, CA covers roughly 2,523 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 $8,490 to $12,630 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Palm Coast side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (28 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,173 around Fontana (642 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 Fontana.

Palm Coast has a population of about 109,886 and Fontana about 221,223. Fontana is the denser city (4,835 people per square mile versus 936 in Palm Coast), 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 Coast to Fontana

Full-service estimate for 2,523 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,390	$4,140	$5,050
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,090	$6,210	$7,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,490	$10,350	$12,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,580	$16,560	$20,200
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,670	$22,770	$27,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,490–$4,930

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

Portable container

$3,270–$4,810

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

Full-service mover

$8,490–$12,630

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 Coast (origin)

R & R National INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3010180
MC: 28679
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (386) 263-8525 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Experts Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1691527
MC: 621887
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32137 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (386) 445-4555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadrunner Moving Services Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1930480
MC: 1284663
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (347) 571-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marfan Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3527638
MC: 1173194
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 693-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Lion Of Judah Freight Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 7233876
MC: 46775699
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32135 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (904) 445-6473 Verify on FMCSA

Hanshaw & Schwab Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3392034
MC: 1091100
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32137 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (203) 939-5277 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kristal Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3693186
MC: 1289244
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (308) 227-4985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flagler Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lan Company Leasing INC

USDOT: 1847236
MC: 669035
Based in: Bunnell, FL 32110 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (386) 446-0014 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Palm Coast

Near Fontana (destination)

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3799553
MC: 1379375
Based in: Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1782985
MC: 650038
Based in: Riverside, CA 92505 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT: 3038921
MC: 60287
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT: 1470669
MC: 555361
Based in: Chino, CA 91710 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,173 movers in Fontana

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
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 Fontana accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Palm Coast to Fontana?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,390 to $5,050 for a studio, $5,090 to $7,580 for a one-bedroom, $8,490 to $12,630 for a two-bedroom, $13,580 to $20,200 for a three-bedroom and $18,670 to $27,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fontana from Palm Coast?

About 2,523 road miles (2,139 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 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 Coast to Fontana?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,490 to $4,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,270 to $4,810. 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 Coast–Fontana corridor.