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San Luis Obispo, CA → Murrieta, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from San Luis Obispo to Murrieta

About 272 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,200–$4,760, delivery in 1–3 days, 11 carriers on the San Luis Obispo side and 142 in Murrieta.

  • 272 miroad distance
  • 5 h 23 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,200–$4,7602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 272 miles (230 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 23 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
11 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
142 (70 interstate)

Reverse: Murrieta → San Luis Obispo

Murrieta sits about 272 miles southeast of San Luis Obispo, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,200 to $4,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 23 min.

On the San Luis Obispo side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Murrieta (70 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 Murrieta.

San Luis Obispo has a population of about 47,000 and Murrieta about 114,124. The two cities have comparable density (3,494 and 3,302 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from San Luis Obispo to Murrieta

Full-service estimate for 272 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,920 $2,340 $2,860
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,200 $3,900 $4,760
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,120 $6,240 $7,620
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,040 $8,580 $10,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$430–$610

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,860

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

Full-service mover

$3,200–$4,760

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 Luis Obispo (origin)

Meathead Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
921143
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (805) 544-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1278931
MC
497853
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (805) 544-9222 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Experience

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Moving Experience LLC

USDOT
3028544
MC
38168
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (805) 544-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenfield Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert R Newby

USDOT
858640
MC
439893
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (805) 545-8477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Coast Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1442037
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (805) 489-8845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Enterprises

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3499079
MC
1154268
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (805) 202-8228 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daylight Home & Patio

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3129342
Based in
Sn Luis Obisp, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 712-8885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cal Deals

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Cal Deals Furniture INC

USDOT
4507381
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (805) 458-8007 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in San Luis Obispo

Near Murrieta (destination)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3726885
MC
1314053
Based in
Temecula, CA 92592 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (951) 553-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1968191
MC
733054
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (951) 296-5757 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4316695
MC
1683488
Based in
Temecula, CA 92590 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (951) 834-3539 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3704517
MC
1297579
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transistions INC

USDOT
4055879
MC
1537960
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (951) 561-3449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1864862
MC
674258
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (909) 717-8115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Radu Danciu

USDOT
2588395
MC
907553
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (661) 414-2752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teg Carrier

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4217682
MC
1641209
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (951) 425-8137 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Murrieta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from San Luis Obispo to Murrieta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,920 to $2,860 for a one-bedroom, $3,200 to $4,760 for a two-bedroom, $5,120 to $7,620 for a three-bedroom and $7,040 to $10,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Murrieta from San Luis Obispo?

About 272 road miles (230 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 23 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 San Luis Obispo and Murrieta 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 Luis Obispo to Murrieta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,860. 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 Luis Obispo–Murrieta corridor.