Moreno Valley, CA

San Diego, CA → Moreno Valley, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from San Diego to Moreno Valley

About 90 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,800–$2,680, delivery in 1–2 days, 626 carriers on the San Diego side and 861 in Moreno Valley.

  • 90 miroad distance
  • 2 h 15 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,800–$2,6802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 90 miles (77 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 15 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
626 (217 interstate)
Movers at destination
861 (478 interstate)

Reverse: Moreno Valley → San Diego

Moreno Valley sits about 90 miles north of San Diego, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 15 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,800 and $2,680, before packing or storage.

On the San Diego side there are 626 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (217 of them authorized for interstate work), and 861 around Moreno Valley (478 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 Moreno Valley.

San Diego has a population of about 1.4 million and Moreno Valley about 214,263. The two cities have comparable density (4,256 and 4,067 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from San Diego to Moreno Valley

Full-service estimate for 90 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $1,030 $1,260 $1,530
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $1,160 $1,420 $1,730
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,800 $2,200 $2,680
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,690 $3,280 $4,000
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,900 $4,760 $5,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$340

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,800–$2,680

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 San Diego (origin)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
927424
MC
400335
Based in
San Diego, CA 92110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296634
MC
1044843
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3312065
MC
1052279
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3476079
MC
1145709
Based in
Coronado, CA 92118 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1868365
MC
675281
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3369820
MC
778208
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91914 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
692879
MC
321079
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
56181
MC
127405
Based in
San Diego, CA 92111 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 626 movers in San Diego

Near Moreno Valley (destination)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2408861
MC
1099783
Based in
Riverside, CA 92518 (5 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

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

Fames Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1239730
MC
838202
Based in
San Bernardino, CA 92408 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
23 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

R & R Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
606156
MC
291801
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

F S C Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2905768
MC
977905
Based in
Riverside, CA 92503 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Avila'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2978440
MC
12917
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Keep America Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1851509
MC
670887
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 861 movers in Moreno Valley

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from San Diego to Moreno Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,030 to $1,530 for a studio, $1,160 to $1,730 for a one-bedroom, $1,800 to $2,680 for a two-bedroom, $2,690 to $4,000 for a three-bedroom and $3,900 to $5,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Moreno Valley from San Diego?

About 90 road miles (77 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both San Diego and Moreno Valley 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 San Diego to Moreno Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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 San Diego–Moreno Valley corridor.