Palmdale, CA → Augusta, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from Palmdale to Augusta

About 3,099 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,520–$14,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 129 carriers on the Palmdale side and 129 in Augusta.

3,099 miroad distance
54 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,520–$14,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palmdale, California
To: Augusta, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 3,099 miles (2,626 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 129 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Palmdale

Moving from Palmdale to Augusta is a cross-country move of roughly 3,099 road miles, heading northeast from California to Maine.

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 $9,520 to $14,160 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 Palmdale side there are 129 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.

Palmdale has a population of about 161,845 and Augusta about 19,000. Palmdale is considerably denser (1,597 people per square mile versus 343), 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 Maine than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Palmdale to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 3,099 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,810	$4,640	$5,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,710	$6,970	$8,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,520	$11,610	$14,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,230	$18,570	$22,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,940	$25,540	$31,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,230–$5,980

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

Portable container

$3,790–$5,570

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

Full-service mover

$9,520–$14,160

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 Palmdale (origin)

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4384395
MC: 1719247
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Here LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3956591
MC: 1474260
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (661) 350-0674 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Trucks INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 746806
MC: 268822
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (626) 303-6200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Track Express LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4548721
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (818) 399-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antelope Valley Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Valley Refrigerating Company

USDOT: 34380
MC: 133696
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 947-4121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3148907
MC: 103731
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT: 4216491
MC: 1639401
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT: 2951860
MC: 1555690
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Palmdale

Near Augusta (destination)

McGee On Road Equipment LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669951
MC: 338700
Based in: West Gardiner, ME 04345 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (207) 582-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Transfer & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357146
MC: 1704445
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (802) 289-2905 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khaled Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4184655
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (201) 674-3246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Commercial Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50872
MC: 392735
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 623-3875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vallee Interiors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4518105
MC: 1789704
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (207) 592-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pushard Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr

USDOT: 2333492
MC: 796728
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (207) 441-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Driver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4143933
MC: 1589428
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (207) 287-0248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Responders Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4352561
MC: 1702060
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (207) 357-3577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Palmdale to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,810 to $5,670 for a studio, $5,710 to $8,500 for a one-bedroom, $9,520 to $14,160 for a two-bedroom, $15,230 to $22,660 for a three-bedroom and $20,940 to $31,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Palmdale?

About 3,099 road miles (2,626 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 Maine 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 Palmdale to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,230 to $5,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,790 to $5,570. 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 Palmdale–Augusta corridor.