Lincoln, NE

Riverside, CA → Lincoln, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Riverside to Lincoln

About 1,450 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,310–$9,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,224 carriers on the Riverside side and 160 in Lincoln.

  • 1,450 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,310–$9,3902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,450 miles (1,229 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,224 (674 interstate)
Movers at destination
160 (83 interstate)

Reverse: Lincoln → Riverside

Lincoln sits about 1,450 miles northeast of Riverside, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Nebraska that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $6,310 to $9,390 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 160 around Lincoln (83 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 Lincoln.

Riverside has a population of about 323,057 and Lincoln about 301,522. Riverside is considerably denser (3,879 people per square mile versus 2,979), 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 Nebraska 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 Lincoln

Full-service estimate for 1,450 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,530 $3,080 $3,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,790 $4,620 $5,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,310 $7,700 $9,390
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,100 $12,320 $15,030
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,890 $16,940 $20,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,090–$2,950

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

Portable container

$2,310–$3,400

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

Full-service mover

$6,310–$9,390

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

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

Ttl

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

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

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

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

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

All 1,224 movers in Riverside

Near Lincoln (destination)

Sysco Lincoln Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
53284
MC
205330
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
145 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Advantage Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2357168
MC
807511
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68510 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
64 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Wolfroute LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4525610
MC
1793728
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Drakkar INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
437714
MC
245972
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68502 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Jbj Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3041184
MC
72905
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68516 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Lincoln Trucking Lightning Division INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1823932
MC
661796
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Abe Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2106202
MC
734567
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68523 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

A&m Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2953699
MC
600
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68516 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

All 160 movers in Lincoln

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Riverside to Lincoln?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,530 to $3,760 for a studio, $3,790 to $5,640 for a one-bedroom, $6,310 to $9,390 for a two-bedroom, $10,100 to $15,030 for a three-bedroom and $13,890 to $20,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lincoln from Riverside?

About 1,450 road miles (1,229 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 California into Nebraska 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 Lincoln?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,090 to $2,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,310 to $3,400. 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–Lincoln corridor.