Pomona, CA → Bloomington, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Pomona to Bloomington

About 1,930 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,520–$11,190, delivery in 5–10 days, 628 carriers on the Pomona side and 31 in Bloomington.

1,930 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,520–$11,1902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pomona, California
To: Bloomington, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,930 miles (1,636 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 628 (314 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Bloomington → Pomona

Moving from Pomona to Bloomington is a cross-country move of roughly 1,930 road miles, heading northeast from California to Illinois.

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 $7,520 to $11,190 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 33 hours (4 driving days).

On the Pomona side there are 628 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (314 of them authorized for interstate work), and 31 around Bloomington (20 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 Bloomington.

Pomona has a population of about 147,807 and Bloomington about 79,000. Pomona is considerably denser (6,596 people per square mile versus 2,902), 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 Illinois 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 Pomona to Bloomington

Full-service estimate for 1,930 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,010	$3,670	$4,480
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,510	$5,500	$6,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,520	$9,170	$11,190
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,040	$14,680	$17,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,550	$20,180	$24,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,730–$3,860

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

Portable container

$2,740–$4,030

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

Full-service mover

$7,520–$11,190

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 Pomona (origin)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1074419
MC: 446897
Based in: Pomona, CA 91768 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3296394
MC: 1045263
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91744 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT: 1470669
MC: 555361
Based in: Chino, CA 91710 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rge Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 523064
MC: 628016
Based in: Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (626) 960-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bigbear Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2914596
MC: 982493
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91745 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (626) 225-9640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cardenas Markets LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2953855
MC: 1416618
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (909) 923-7426 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 628 movers in Pomona

Near Bloomington (destination)

Nu-Way

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nu-Way Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 568636
MC: 277852
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61705 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 308 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (309) 820-9797 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nussbaum Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 71317
MC: 120436
Based in: Hudson, IL 61748 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 621 trucks, 563 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 322-7305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tank Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3734464
MC: 1319530
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (309) 684-0834 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trina'S Arms Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3939567
MC: 1462680
Based in: Normal, IL 61761 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (224) 562-9842 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ahrens Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4114418
MC: 1572249
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (309) 532-5004 Route Verify on FMCSA

My Buddys Movin Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4307515
MC: 1693776
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (309) 530-1377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freelance Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freelance Mover LLC

USDOT: 4435303
MC: 1745747
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (972) 799-3027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Qualific Affiliates LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4167687
MC: 1602436
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (630) 605-1393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Bloomington

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Bloomington accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pomona to Bloomington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,010 to $4,480 for a studio, $4,510 to $6,720 for a one-bedroom, $7,520 to $11,190 for a two-bedroom, $12,040 to $17,910 for a three-bedroom and $16,550 to $24,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bloomington from Pomona?

About 1,930 road miles (1,636 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Illinois 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 Pomona to Bloomington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,730 to $3,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,740 to $4,030. 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 Pomona–Bloomington corridor.