Palm Springs, CA → Bakersfield, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Palm Springs to Bakersfield

About 210 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,920–$4,340, delivery in 1–2 days, 74 carriers on the Palm Springs side and 270 in Bakersfield.

210 miroad distance
4 h 19 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,920–$4,3402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palm Springs, California
To: Bakersfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 210 miles (178 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 19 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 74 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Palm Springs

Moving from Palm Springs to Bakersfield is a regional long-distance move of roughly 210 road miles, heading northwest within 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 $2,920 to $4,340 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 4 h 19 min.

On the Palm Springs side there are 74 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Palm Springs has a population of about 45,000 and Bakersfield about 422,165. Bakersfield is the denser city (2,693 people per square mile versus 471 in Palm Springs), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Palm Springs to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 210 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	$1,750	$2,140	$2,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,920	$3,560	$4,340
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,670	$5,700	$6,950
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,420	$7,830	$9,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$520

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,920–$4,340

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

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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 Springs (origin)

Vested Solutions Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4428794
MC: 1742302
Based in: Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (877) 460-7729 Route Verify on FMCSA

King Kahn Faimly Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Old Town Movers LLC

USDOT: 3317953
MC: 1258062
Based in: Palm Desert, CA 92260 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (714) 768-0817 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On Time Moving Services INC

USDOT: 1266880
MC: 497265
Based in: Cathedral City, CA 92234 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (760) 774-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Bolt

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Free Bolt LLC

USDOT: 3501180
MC: 1415448
Based in: N Palm Spgs, CA 92258 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (817) 482-9489 Route Verify on FMCSA

Labranos Family Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3052631
MC: 50657
Based in: Palm Desert, CA 92260 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (760) 895-7510 Route Verify on FMCSA

B C A Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bernardo Cervantes Ascencio

USDOT: 1049392
MC: 490618
Based in: Cathedral City, CA 92234 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (760) 808-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crenshaw Still Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3536179
MC: 1179003
Based in: Cathedral City, CA 92234 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 960-3267 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Hawk Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3354140
MC: 1073360
Based in: Palm Springs, CA 92262 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (909) 827-9854 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 74 movers in Palm Springs

Near Bakersfield (destination)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Tips for this move

Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Palm Springs–Bakersfield corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Bakersfield: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Palm Springs to Bakersfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,750 to $2,610 for a one-bedroom, $2,920 to $4,340 for a two-bedroom, $4,670 to $6,950 for a three-bedroom and $6,420 to $9,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Palm Springs?

About 210 road miles (178 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 19 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 Palm Springs and Bakersfield 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 Palm Springs to Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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 Springs–Bakersfield corridor.