Riverside, CA → Las Cruces, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Riverside to Las Cruces

About 735 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,340–$6,460, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,224 carriers on the Riverside side and 27 in Las Cruces.

735 miroad distance
13 h 22 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,340–$6,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Riverside, California
To: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 735 miles (623 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 22 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,224 (674 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Las Cruces → Riverside

The route from Riverside, CA to Las Cruces, NM covers roughly 735 miles by road, a east-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 $4,340 to $6,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 22 min.

On the Riverside side there are 1,224 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (674 of them authorized for interstate work), and 27 around Las Cruces (21 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 Las Cruces.

Riverside has a population of about 323,057 and Las Cruces about 116,978. Riverside is considerably denser (3,879 people per square mile versus 1,448), 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 New Mexico 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 Riverside to Las Cruces

Full-service estimate for 735 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,740	$2,120	$2,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,610	$3,180	$3,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,340	$5,300	$6,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,950	$8,470	$10,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,550	$11,650	$14,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$4,340–$6,460

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 Riverside (origin)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408861
MC: 1099783
Based in: Riverside, CA 92518 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 107 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (951) 601-5701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ttl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Total Transportation Logistics INC

USDOT: 2739945
MC: 1129944
Based in: Corona, CA 92881 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461971
MC: 850730
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1782985
MC: 650038
Based in: Riverside, CA 92505 (6 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 (11 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 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,224 movers in Riverside

Near Las Cruces (destination)

Mesilla Valley Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mvt Services LLC

USDOT: 270179
MC: 186190
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88007 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,650 trucks, 2,033 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (915) 791-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

G Sandoval Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1191115
MC: 1058687
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (575) 649-0942 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asap Auto Fair Detailing LLC

USDOT: 4524673
MC: 1793226
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (575) 329-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

D K E LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1590985
MC: 588762
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88005 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (575) 639-0232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ready Set Go Moving & Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Graciela Perez

USDOT: 2573469
MC: 899783
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (575) 680-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Voyage Moving LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2902870
MC: 20175
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (915) 861-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delgado'S Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jose Manuel Delgado

USDOT: 1258541
Based in: Mesilla Park, NM 88047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (575) 649-6869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtrk Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4396881
MC: 1731489
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (575) 888-7388 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Las Cruces

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Riverside to Las Cruces?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,740 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,610 to $3,880 for a one-bedroom, $4,340 to $6,460 for a two-bedroom, $6,950 to $10,340 for a three-bedroom and $9,550 to $14,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Las Cruces from Riverside?

About 735 road miles (623 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 22 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 New Mexico 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 Riverside to Las Cruces?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,460. 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 Riverside–Las Cruces corridor.