Rancho Cucamonga, CA → Tucson, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Rancho Cucamonga to Tucson

About 485 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,780–$5,620, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,062 carriers on the Rancho Cucamonga side and 212 in Tucson.

485 miroad distance
9 h 4 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,780–$5,6202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rancho Cucamonga, California
To: Tucson, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 485 miles (411 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 4 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,062 (571 interstate)
Movers at destination: 212 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Tucson → Rancho Cucamonga

Moving from Rancho Cucamonga to Tucson is a regional long-distance move of roughly 485 road miles, heading east from California to Arizona.

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 $3,780 to $5,620 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 9 h 4 min.

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 212 around Tucson (95 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 Tucson.

Rancho Cucamonga has a population of about 177,856 and Tucson about 548,371. Rancho Cucamonga is considerably denser (4,350 people per square mile versus 2,252), 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 Arizona than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Rancho Cucamonga to Tucson

Full-service estimate for 485 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,510	$1,840	$2,250
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,270	$2,760	$3,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,780	$4,610	$5,620
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,040	$7,370	$8,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,310	$10,140	$12,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$3,780–$5,620

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 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

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Near Tucson (destination)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4151097
MC: 1593569
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (480) 519-3779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901058
MC: 975882
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (520) 807-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3984724
MC: 1493048
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (520) 585-7053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 240099
MC: 176034
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (520) 624-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376259
MC: 815702
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (520) 349-9257 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1535483
MC: 571698
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (520) 834-2749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2471491
MC: 852728
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (520) 906-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1159610
MC: 478351
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (520) 977-8454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 212 movers in Tucson

Tips for this move

Plan a first-night kit for Tucson: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,250 for a studio, $2,270 to $3,370 for a one-bedroom, $3,780 to $5,620 for a two-bedroom, $6,040 to $8,990 for a three-bedroom and $8,310 to $12,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tucson from Rancho Cucamonga?

About 485 road miles (411 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from California into Arizona 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 Rancho Cucamonga to Tucson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,140. 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–Tucson corridor.