San Luis Obispo, CA → Norwalk, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from San Luis Obispo to Norwalk

About 3,028 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,810–$14,590, delivery in 7–14 days, 11 carriers on the San Luis Obispo side and 395 in Norwalk.

3,028 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,810–$14,5902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: San Luis Obispo, California
To: Norwalk, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 3,028 miles (2,566 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 11 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 395 (163 interstate)

Reverse: Norwalk → San Luis Obispo

The route from San Luis Obispo, CA to Norwalk, CT covers roughly 3,028 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,810 to $14,590 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 52 hours (6 driving days).

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 395 around Norwalk (163 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 Norwalk.

San Luis Obispo has a population of about 47,000 and Norwalk about 92,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,494 and 3,984 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Connecticut 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 San Luis Obispo to Norwalk

Full-service estimate for 3,028 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,920	$4,780	$5,840
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,880	$7,170	$8,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,810	$11,960	$14,590
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,690	$19,130	$23,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,570	$26,310	$32,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,160–$5,880

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

Portable container

$3,720–$5,470

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

Full-service mover

$9,810–$14,590

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

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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 Norwalk (destination)

Dhl Global Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Air Express International USA INC

USDOT: 74167
MC: 193047
Based in: Darien, CT 06820 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 102 trucks, 181 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (305) 302-3989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Randys Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3187974
MC: 132644
Based in: Huntington, NY 11743 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 36 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (516) 698-3523 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccc Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3438792
MC: 1116274
Based in: Bridgeport, CT 06604 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 839-3389 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Junkluggers And Luggers Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Junkluggers LLC

USDOT: 1867983
MC: 934353
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 18 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (203) 580-4829 Route Verify on FMCSA

J B And Franks Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J B Moving Services INC

USDOT: 517785
MC: 196878
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (203) 602-7979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intense Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2204625
MC: 722908
Based in: Stamford, CT 06905 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (203) 274-6554 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doran Brothers Moving & Self Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Narod INC

USDOT: 710236
MC: 358983
Based in: Stamford, CT 06902 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (203) 328-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC

USDOT: 3086533
MC: 23808
Based in: Norwalk, CT 06854 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (203) 831-9300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 395 movers in Norwalk

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Norwalk accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,920 to $5,840 for a studio, $5,880 to $8,750 for a one-bedroom, $9,810 to $14,590 for a two-bedroom, $15,690 to $23,340 for a three-bedroom and $21,570 to $32,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norwalk from San Luis Obispo?

About 3,028 road miles (2,566 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Connecticut 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 San Luis Obispo to Norwalk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,160 to $5,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,720 to $5,470. 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–Norwalk corridor.