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El Monte, CA

Scranton, PA → El Monte, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Scranton to El Monte

About 2,767 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,850–$13,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 908 in El Monte.

  • 2,767 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,850–$13,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,767 miles (2,345 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination
908 (384 interstate)

Reverse: El Monte → Scranton

The route from Scranton, PA to El Monte, CA covers roughly 2,767 miles by road, a west-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 $8,850 to $13,160 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Scranton side there are 264 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 908 around El Monte (384 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 El Monte.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and El Monte about 105,075. El Monte is the denser city (11,401 people per square mile versus 3,016 in Scranton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Scranton to El Monte

Full-service estimate for 2,767 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,540 $4,320 $5,260
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,310 $6,470 $7,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,850 $10,790 $13,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,150 $17,260 $21,060
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,460 $23,730 $28,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,890–$5,500

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

Portable container

$3,490–$5,130

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

Full-service mover

$8,850–$13,160

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 Scranton (origin)

Bolus Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38073
MC
63838
Based in
Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
125 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (570) 342-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nonr

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Id Logistics Freight Lines LLC

USDOT
38161
MC
99567
Based in
Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (570) 344-9801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Naro Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38205
MC
138836
Based in
Covington Township, PA 18444 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (570) 842-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burke Truckmen LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240625
MC
163376
Based in
Throop, PA 18512 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (570) 489-6940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dupont Motor Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
573781
MC
275930
Based in
Yatesville, PA 18640 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (570) 457-6645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emiliani Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
701292
MC
324538
Based in
Jessup, PA 18434 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (570) 291-0230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nepa Deliveries

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cadden Bros Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
1807709
MC
657017
Based in
Olyphant, PA 18447 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (570) 489-4005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Matheson Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38187
MC
70525
Based in
Forty Fort, PA 18704 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (570) 288-5469 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 264 movers in Scranton

Near El Monte (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
577394
MC
281042
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT
9853
MC
139496
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
480301
MC
619388
Based in
Commerce, CA 90022 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
424572
Based in
Vernon, CA 90058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296394
MC
1045263
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91744 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3401792
MC
1095095
Based in
South Gate, CA 90280 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 908 movers in El Monte

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scranton to El Monte?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,540 to $5,260 for a studio, $5,310 to $7,900 for a one-bedroom, $8,850 to $13,160 for a two-bedroom, $14,150 to $21,060 for a three-bedroom and $19,460 to $28,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is El Monte from Scranton?

About 2,767 road miles (2,345 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Pennsylvania into California 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 Scranton to El Monte?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,890 to $5,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,490 to $5,130. 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 Scranton–El Monte corridor.