Pomona, CA → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Pomona to Hilo

About 2,935 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,360–$15,420, delivery in 7–14 days, 628 carriers on the Pomona side and 19 in Hilo.

2,935 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,360–$15,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pomona, California
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 2,935 miles (2,488 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 628 (314 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Pomona

Hilo sits about 2,935 miles west of Pomona, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Hawaii that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $10,360 to $15,420 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 51 hours (6 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 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Pomona has a population of about 147,807 and Hilo about 45,000. Pomona is considerably denser (6,596 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Pomona to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 2,935 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,150	$5,060	$6,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,220	$7,580	$9,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,360	$12,640	$15,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,580	$20,220	$24,670
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,800	$27,800	$33,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,070–$5,740

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

Portable container

$3,640–$5,350

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

Full-service mover

$10,360–$15,420

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 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 Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,150 to $6,170 for a studio, $6,220 to $9,250 for a one-bedroom, $10,360 to $15,420 for a two-bedroom, $16,580 to $24,670 for a three-bedroom and $22,800 to $33,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Pomona?

About 2,935 road miles (2,488 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 hours (6 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 Hawaii 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 Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,070 to $5,740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,640 to $5,350. 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–Hilo corridor.