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Surprise, AZ → Torrance, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Surprise to Torrance

About 400 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,430–$5,100, delivery in 1–3 days, 435 carriers on the Surprise side and 789 in Torrance.

  • 400 miroad distance
  • 7 h 36 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,430–$5,1002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 400 miles (339 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 36 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
435 (213 interstate)
Movers at destination
789 (357 interstate)

Reverse: Torrance → Surprise

The route from Surprise, AZ to Torrance, CA covers roughly 400 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $3,430 to $5,100 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 7 h 36 min.

On the Surprise side there are 435 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (213 of them authorized for interstate work), and 789 around Torrance (357 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 Torrance.

Surprise has a population of about 175,304 and Torrance about 138,391. Torrance is the denser city (7,174 people per square mile versus 1,298 in Surprise), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Surprise to Torrance

Full-service estimate for 400 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,400 $1,700 $2,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,430 $4,180 $5,100
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,490 $6,690 $8,160
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,550 $9,200 $11,230

Rental truck (DIY)

$560–$790

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

Portable container

$1,380–$2,030

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

Full-service mover

$3,430–$5,100

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Surprise, AZ → Torrance, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Surprise (origin)

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1580995
MC
687455
Based in
El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1440220
MC
544203
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT
3510559
MC
1161846
Based in
Peoria, AZ 85382 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (602) 451-2737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3553372
MC
1190836
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kb1 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1772440
MC
647173
Based in
El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (623) 694-3563 Route Verify on FMCSA

Profi Transport Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1747913
MC
639931
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (623) 229-6106 Route Verify on FMCSA

Copperstate Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2132766
MC
795339
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85395 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (623) 205-9910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guazzo Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2798835
MC
938349
Based in
Wittmann, AZ 85361 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (623) 326-2828 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 435 movers in Surprise

Near Torrance (destination)

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1069767
MC
445668
Based in
Long Beach, CA 90805 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2719785
MC
934868
Based in
Culver City, CA 90230 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1398199
MC
589053
Based in
Carson, CA 90810 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1274552
MC
496960
Based in
Gardena, CA 90248 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3401792
MC
1095095
Based in
South Gate, CA 90280 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1778992
MC
648911
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90037 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
770045
MC
345513
Based in
Compton, CA 90221 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (562) 983-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Bay Trucking Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2178221
MC
756420
Based in
Wilmington, CA 90744 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
44 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (310) 561-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 789 movers in Torrance

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Surprise to Torrance?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $2,060 to $3,060 for a one-bedroom, $3,430 to $5,100 for a two-bedroom, $5,490 to $8,160 for a three-bedroom and $7,550 to $11,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Torrance from Surprise?

About 400 road miles (339 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 36 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Arizona 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 Surprise to Torrance?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,380 to $2,030. 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 Surprise–Torrance corridor.