Riverside, CA → Tulsa, OK · Long-distance move

Movers from Riverside to Tulsa

About 1,443 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,210–$9,240, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,224 carriers on the Riverside side and 226 in Tulsa.

1,443 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,210–$9,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Riverside, California
To: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Road distance: ≈ 1,443 miles (1,223 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: 226 (104 interstate)

Reverse: Tulsa → Riverside

The route from Riverside, CA to Tulsa, OK covers roughly 1,443 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 $6,210 to $9,240 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 226 around Tulsa (104 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 Tulsa.

Riverside has a population of about 323,057 and Tulsa about 416,209. Riverside is considerably denser (3,879 people per square mile versus 2,091), 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 Oklahoma 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 Tulsa

Full-service estimate for 1,443 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,480	$3,030	$3,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,720	$4,540	$5,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,210	$7,570	$9,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,930	$12,110	$14,780
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,660	$16,660	$20,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,080–$2,940

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

Portable container

$2,310–$3,390

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

Full-service mover

$6,210–$9,240

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

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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 Tulsa (destination)

Miller Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125792
MC: 168121
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 230 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (918) 447-2124 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Source Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3781181
MC: 1353618
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74120 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (918) 210-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2425748
MC: 835847
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (916) 568-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

T And T America LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Thimotee Transit

USDOT: 4547252
MC: 1805442
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74112 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 304 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (479) 365-7096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dash Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3317066
MC: 1057101
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74134 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (214) 681-7191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation Solutions Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2031902
MC: 713606
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (918) 708-1446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Balanced Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3527900
MC: 1173394
Based in: Catoosa, OK 74015 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (918) 688-2851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Oklahoma INC

USDOT: 1632967
MC: 705022
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74145 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (918) 234-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 226 movers in Tulsa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,690 for a studio, $3,720 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,240 for a two-bedroom, $9,930 to $14,780 for a three-bedroom and $13,660 to $20,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tulsa from Riverside?

About 1,443 road miles (1,223 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 Oklahoma 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 Tulsa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,080 to $2,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,310 to $3,390. 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–Tulsa corridor.