Torrance, CA

Pullman, WA → Torrance, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pullman to Torrance

About 1,055 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,710–$8,500, delivery in 3–7 days, 17 carriers on the Pullman side and 789 in Torrance.

  • 1,055 miroad distance
  • 18 h 53 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,710–$8,5002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,055 miles (894 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 53 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
17 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
789 (357 interstate)

Reverse: Torrance → Pullman

The route from Pullman, WA to Torrance, CA covers roughly 1,055 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,710 to $8,500 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 53 min.

On the Pullman side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 789 around Torrance (357 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 Torrance.

Pullman has a population of about 32,000 and Torrance about 138,391. Torrance is the denser city (7,174 people per square mile versus 2,958 in Pullman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pullman to Torrance

Full-service estimate for 1,055 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,280 $2,790 $3,400
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,430 $4,180 $5,100
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,710 $6,960 $8,500
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,140 $11,140 $13,590
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,560 $15,320 $18,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,530–$2,170

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

Portable container

$1,960–$2,880

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

Full-service mover

$5,710–$8,500

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

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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 Pullman (origin)

Pratt Mayflower

Licensed interstate
USDOT
27491
MC
89215
Based in
Pullman, WA 99163 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Clearwater Company

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3987261
MC
1494710
Based in
Moscow, ID 83843 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Cityservicevalcon

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
253466
MC
192233
Based in
Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
563 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Madden Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2816290
MC
1064395
Based in
Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Huber Action Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
441441
MC
241696
Based in
Colfax, WA 99111 (16 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Lewiston Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1495851
MC
562327
Based in
Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Gary Anderson LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1396334
Based in
Potlatch, ID 83855 (22 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Eagle Transfer Trinaco INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
443887
MC
89153
Based in
Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

All 17 movers in Pullman

Near Torrance (destination)

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1069767
MC
445668
Based in
Long Beach, CA 90805 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2719785
MC
934868
Based in
Culver City, CA 90230 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1398199
MC
589053
Based in
Carson, CA 90810 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1274552
MC
496960
Based in
Gardena, CA 90248 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3401792
MC
1095095
Based in
South Gate, CA 90280 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1778992
MC
648911
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90037 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
770045
MC
345513
Based in
Compton, CA 90221 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Best Bay Trucking Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2178221
MC
756420
Based in
Wilmington, CA 90744 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
44 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

All 789 movers in Torrance

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pullman to Torrance?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,280 to $3,400 for a studio, $3,430 to $5,100 for a one-bedroom, $5,710 to $8,500 for a two-bedroom, $9,140 to $13,590 for a three-bedroom and $12,560 to $18,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Torrance from Pullman?

About 1,055 road miles (894 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 53 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Washington 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Pullman to Torrance?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,530 to $2,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,960 to $2,880. 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 Pullman–Torrance corridor.