St. Augustine, FL → Menifee, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from St. Augustine to Menifee

About 2,493 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,430–$12,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 71 carriers on the St. Augustine side and 250 in Menifee.

2,493 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,430–$12,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: St. Augustine, Florida
To: Menifee, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,493 miles (2,112 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 71 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 250 (139 interstate)

Reverse: Menifee → St. Augustine

Moving from St. Augustine to Menifee is a cross-country move of roughly 2,493 road miles, heading west from Florida to California.

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 $8,430 to $12,550 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 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the St. Augustine side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 250 around Menifee (139 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 Menifee.

St. Augustine has a population of about 16,000 and Menifee about 118,592. Menifee is the denser city (2,205 people per square mile versus 1,505 in St. Augustine), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from St. Augustine to Menifee

Full-service estimate for 2,493 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,370	$4,110	$5,020
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,060	$6,170	$7,530
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,430	$10,280	$12,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,490	$16,460	$20,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,550	$22,630	$27,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,460–$4,890

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

Portable container

$3,250–$4,770

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

Full-service mover

$8,430–$12,550

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 St. Augustine (origin)

Champion Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1633941
MC: 602443
Based in: St Augustine, FL 32092 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (904) 521-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transway Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480971
MC: 858578
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32095 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (904) 239-1036 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ezcon Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4309942
MC: 1679736
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (904) 490-8593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minorcan Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 314177
MC: 207187
Based in: St Augustine, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (904) 824-3500 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Florida Transfer & Relocation INC

USDOT: 1447613
MC: 547090
Based in: Saint Augusitne, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (904) 794-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unitrans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2014357
MC: 717943
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (904) 294-9024 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Moving Van Lines

Interstate carrier

Legal name: T & J Truck Leasing LLC

USDOT: 3262059
MC: 1028487
Based in: St Augustine, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (904) 794-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Helping Hands Movers Of St Augustine INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4574830
MC: 1820223
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (904) 229-4118 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in St. Augustine

Near Menifee (destination)

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461971
MC: 850730
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pangala Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3442430
MC: 1118385
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (626) 241-4120 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968191
MC: 733054
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 296-5757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trujillo Milk Carriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1485614
MC: 559663
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 264-4215 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Tier Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2999800
MC: 23462
Based in: San Jacinto, CA 92582 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (661) 466-3055 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flexilogistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3539653
MC: 1586923
Based in: Perris, CA 92571 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (951) 389-3981 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ditta Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ditta Express LLC

USDOT: 2942627
MC: 17722
Based in: San Jacinto, CA 92582 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (951) 892-3851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jg & Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jg & Sons Trucking INC

USDOT: 1514756
MC: 567057
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 500-1992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 250 movers in Menifee

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Menifee accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from St. Augustine to Menifee?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,370 to $5,020 for a studio, $5,060 to $7,530 for a one-bedroom, $8,430 to $12,550 for a two-bedroom, $13,490 to $20,080 for a three-bedroom and $18,550 to $27,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Menifee from St. Augustine?

About 2,493 road miles (2,112 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 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 Florida 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 St. Augustine to Menifee?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,460 to $4,890 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,250 to $4,770. 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 St. Augustine–Menifee corridor.