Pasadena, CA → Yuma, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pasadena to Yuma

About 280 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,940–$4,370, delivery in 1–3 days, 822 carriers on the Pasadena side and 66 in Yuma.

280 miroad distance
5 h 32 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,940–$4,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pasadena, California
To: Yuma, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 280 miles (238 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 32 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 822 (337 interstate)
Movers at destination: 66 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Yuma → Pasadena

Yuma sits about 280 miles southeast of Pasadena, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Arizona that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,940 to $4,370 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 32 min.

On the Pasadena side there are 822 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (337 of them authorized for interstate work), and 66 around Yuma (57 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 Yuma.

Pasadena has a population of about 135,804 and Yuma about 105,227. Pasadena is considerably denser (6,030 people per square mile versus 792), 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 Arizona 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 Pasadena to Yuma

Full-service estimate for 280 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,760	$2,150	$2,620
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,940	$3,580	$4,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,700	$5,730	$6,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,460	$7,880	$9,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$440–$620

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

Portable container

$1,270–$1,870

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

Full-service mover

$2,940–$4,370

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 Pasadena (origin)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4420956
MC: 1738102
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90029 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (424) 335-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778992
MC: 648911
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saba Couriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3182236
MC: 127315
Based in: Burbank, CA 91505 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (818) 731-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 282762
MC: 208837
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 822 movers in Pasadena

Near Yuma (destination)

Chilo'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1154460
MC: 464398
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (928) 430-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

1989

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC

USDOT: 463252
MC: 247899
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (928) 627-1855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Brothers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122039
MC: 459887
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (760) 556-5805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank'S Service And Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 574368
MC: 280572
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (928) 627-2615 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casa Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 603725
MC: 290794
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (928) 304-2466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lugo Loads Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2072924
MC: 724364
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (626) 905-1219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Robles Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1076520
MC: 469457
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (661) 978-0753 Route Verify on FMCSA

Optimus Products LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2629740
MC: 915039
Based in: Somerton, AZ 85350 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (653) 119-1534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Yuma

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pasadena to Yuma?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,620 for a one-bedroom, $2,940 to $4,370 for a two-bedroom, $4,700 to $6,990 for a three-bedroom and $6,460 to $9,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yuma from Pasadena?

About 280 road miles (238 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arizona 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 Pasadena to Yuma?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $440 to $620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,870. 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 Pasadena–Yuma corridor.