Palm Springs, CA → Torrance, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Palm Springs to Torrance

About 123 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,530–$3,760, delivery in 1–2 days, 74 carriers on the Palm Springs side and 789 in Torrance.

123 miroad distance
2 h 49 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,530–$3,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palm Springs, California
To: Torrance, California
Road distance: ≈ 123 miles (104 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 49 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 74 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 789 (357 interstate)

Reverse: Torrance → Palm Springs

Moving from Palm Springs to Torrance is a short-haul move of roughly 123 road miles, heading west 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 49 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,530 and $3,760, before packing or storage.

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 789 around Torrance (357 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 Torrance.

Palm Springs has a population of about 45,000 and Torrance about 138,391. Torrance is the denser city (7,174 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 Torrance

Full-service estimate for 123 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	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,530	$3,080	$3,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,040	$4,930	$6,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,560	$6,780	$8,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,530–$3,760

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 Torrance (destination)

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2719785
MC: 934868
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274552
MC: 496960
Based in: Gardena, CA 90248 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3401792
MC: 1095095
Based in: South Gate, CA 90280 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778992
MC: 648911
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90037 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 770045
MC: 345513
Based in: Compton, CA 90221 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (562) 983-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Bay Trucking Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2178221
MC: 756420
Based in: Wilmington, CA 90744 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 44 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (310) 561-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 789 movers in Torrance

Tips for this move

Confirm whether travel time between Palm Springs and Torrance is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Torrance with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,760 for a two-bedroom, $4,040 to $6,020 for a three-bedroom and $5,560 to $8,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Torrance from Palm Springs?

About 123 road miles (104 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 49 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 Torrance 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 Torrance?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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–Torrance corridor.