Bunker Sawmill LLC
- USDOT
- 687189
- MC
- 319210
- Based in
- Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
- Service
- Local moves
- Fleet
- 5 trucks, 3 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 1997
Prescott, AZ → Palm Springs, CA · Regional long-distance move
About 283 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,950–$4,390, delivery in 1–3 days, 32 carriers on the Prescott side and 74 in Palm Springs.
Moving from Prescott to Palm Springs is a regional long-distance move of roughly 283 road miles, heading west from Arizona to California.
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 $2,950 to $4,390 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 35 min.
On the Prescott side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 74 around Palm Springs (33 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 Palm Springs.
Prescott has a population of about 47,000 and Palm Springs about 45,000. Prescott is considerably denser (931 people per square mile versus 471), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, 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 | $1,400 | $1,700 | $2,080 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,770 | $2,160 | $2,630 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,950 | $3,600 | $4,390 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,720 | $5,760 | $7,020 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,490 | $7,920 | $9,660 |
$440–$620
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,270–$1,870
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,950–$4,390
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Prescott, AZ → Palm Springs, 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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,770 to $2,630 for a one-bedroom, $2,950 to $4,390 for a two-bedroom, $4,720 to $7,020 for a three-bedroom and $6,490 to $9,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 283 road miles (240 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 35 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Arizona 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 $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.
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 Prescott–Palm Springs corridor.