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Rancho Cucamonga, CA → Malibu, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Rancho Cucamonga to Malibu

About 81 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,750–$2,600, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,062 carriers on the Rancho Cucamonga side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 81 miroad distance
  • 2 h 6 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,750–$2,6002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 81 miles (69 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 6 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
1,062 (571 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Rancho Cucamonga

Malibu sits about 81 miles west of Rancho Cucamonga, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 6 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,750 and $2,600, before packing or storage.

On the Rancho Cucamonga side there are 1,062 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (571 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 interstate). For an in-state 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 Malibu.

Rancho Cucamonga has a population of about 177,856 and Malibu about 10,000. Rancho Cucamonga is considerably denser (4,350 people per square mile versus 537), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Rancho Cucamonga to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 81 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $990 $1,210 $1,470
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $1,120 $1,370 $1,670
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,750 $2,130 $2,600
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,620 $3,200 $3,900
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,820 $4,660 $5,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,750–$2,600

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Rancho Cucamonga (origin)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (14 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 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376402
MC
815769
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3799553
MC
1379375
Based in
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1782985
MC
650038
Based in
Riverside, CA 92505 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT
3038921
MC
60287
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3193098
MC
137968
Based in
Ontario, CA 91761 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT
1470669
MC
555361
Based in
Chino, CA 91710 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,062 movers in Rancho Cucamonga

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2668399
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2852806
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4106169
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3404810
Based in
Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rancho Cucamonga to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $990 to $1,470 for a studio, $1,120 to $1,670 for a one-bedroom, $1,750 to $2,600 for a two-bedroom, $2,620 to $3,900 for a three-bedroom and $3,820 to $5,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Rancho Cucamonga?

About 81 road miles (69 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Rancho Cucamonga and Malibu are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Rancho Cucamonga to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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 Rancho Cucamonga–Malibu corridor.