Portland, ME → Moreno Valley, CA · Cross-country move
About 3,048 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,430–$14,030, delivery in 7–14 days, 113 carriers on the Portland side and 861 in Moreno Valley.
The route from Portland, ME to Moreno Valley, CA covers roughly 3,048 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.
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 $9,430 to $14,030 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 53 hours (6 driving days).
On the Portland side there are 113 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (63 of them authorized for interstate work), and 861 around Moreno Valley (478 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 Moreno Valley.
Portland has a population of about 69,000 and Moreno Valley about 214,263. The two cities have comparable density (3,176 and 4,067 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Maine, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,770 | $4,600 | $5,610 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,660 | $6,900 | $8,420 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $9,430 | $11,500 | $14,030 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $15,080 | $18,400 | $22,440 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $20,740 | $25,290 | $30,860 |
$4,180–$5,900
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,740–$5,500
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$9,430–$14,030
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Portland, ME → Moreno Valley, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Earle W Noyes & Son
Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC
Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC
Legal name: Fames Transport INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,770 to $5,610 for a studio, $5,660 to $8,420 for a one-bedroom, $9,430 to $14,030 for a two-bedroom, $15,080 to $22,440 for a three-bedroom and $20,740 to $30,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 3,048 road miles (2,583 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 hours (6 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Maine into California 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,180 to $5,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,740 to $5,500. 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.
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 Portland–Moreno Valley corridor.