Memphis, TN

Pomona, CA → Memphis, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from Pomona to Memphis

About 1,862 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,080–$10,530, delivery in 5–10 days, 628 carriers on the Pomona side and 534 in Memphis.

  • 1,862 miroad distance
  • 32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,080–$10,5302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,862 miles (1,578 straight-line)
Drive time
32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
628 (314 interstate)
Movers at destination
534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Pomona

Memphis sits about 1,862 miles east of Pomona, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Tennessee 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 $7,080 to $10,530 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 32 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 534 around Memphis (397 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 Memphis.

Pomona has a population of about 147,807 and Memphis about 609,647. Pomona is considerably denser (6,596 people per square mile versus 2,132), 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 Tennessee than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Pomona to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 1,862 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,830 $3,450 $4,210
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,250 $5,180 $6,320
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,080 $8,630 $10,530
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,320 $13,810 $16,850
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,570 $18,990 $23,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,660–$3,760

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

Portable container

$2,680–$3,940

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

Full-service mover

$7,080–$10,530

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

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

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

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

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

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

All 628 movers in Pomona

Near Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
974027
MC
415618
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
253615
MC
179963
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
182466
MC
148364
Based in
Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1627098
MC
600399
Based in
Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
744970
MC
382262
Based in
Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4241252
MC
1642490
Based in
Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2286796
MC
781041
Based in
Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier
USDOT
505050
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

All 534 movers in Memphis

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,830 to $4,210 for a studio, $4,250 to $6,320 for a one-bedroom, $7,080 to $10,530 for a two-bedroom, $11,320 to $16,850 for a three-bedroom and $15,570 to $23,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Pomona?

About 1,862 road miles (1,578 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Tennessee 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 Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,660 to $3,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,680 to $3,940. 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–Memphis corridor.