Riverside, CA → Oxnard, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Riverside to Oxnard

About 124 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,530–$3,770, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,224 carriers on the Riverside side and 94 in Oxnard.

124 miroad distance
2 h 50 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,530–$3,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Riverside, California
To: Oxnard, California
Road distance: ≈ 124 miles (105 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 50 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 1,224 (674 interstate)
Movers at destination: 94 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Oxnard → Riverside

The route from Riverside, CA to Oxnard, CA covers roughly 124 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

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 50 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,530 and $3,770, before packing or storage.

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 94 around Oxnard (24 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 Oxnard.

Riverside has a population of about 323,057 and Oxnard about 199,651. Oxnard is the denser city (7,625 people per square mile versus 3,879 in Riverside), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Riverside to Oxnard

Full-service estimate for 124 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,050	$4,940	$6,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,570	$6,790	$8,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,530–$3,770

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

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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 Oxnard (destination)

Lagomarsino Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: John Lagomarsino

USDOT: 1743990
MC: 678513
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 509-4251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movegreen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Movegreen INC

USDOT: 1778050
MC: 648608
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 845-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cnl Transportations

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cnl Transportation LLC

USDOT: 6244896
MC: 71441032
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (820) 231-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

A3m'S Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4059113
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93033 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (805) 767-0169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aakar INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1895129
MC: 681732
Based in: Camarillo, CA 93012 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (877) 800-6070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunny Bros Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sunny Bros E-Commerce LLC

USDOT: 3741718
MC: 1324785
Based in: Camarillo, CA 93012 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (820) 667-7940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ld Power Freight

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4430443
MC: 1743148
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 496-5525 Route Verify on FMCSA

Melendez Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2012527
MC: 711157
Based in: Port Hueneme, CA 93041 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (805) 427-1861 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 94 movers in Oxnard

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,770 for a two-bedroom, $4,050 to $6,030 for a three-bedroom and $5,570 to $8,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oxnard from Riverside?

About 124 road miles (105 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 50 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

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

No. Because both Riverside and Oxnard 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 Riverside to Oxnard?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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–Oxnard corridor.