San Francisco, CA

Temecula, CA → San Francisco, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Temecula to San Francisco

About 494 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,200–$6,250, delivery in 1–3 days, 102 carriers on the Temecula side and 899 in San Francisco.

  • 494 miroad distance
  • 9 h 13 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $4,200–$6,2502-bedroom estimate
Photo: Craig Howell from San Carlos, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 494 miles (419 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 13 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
102 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination
899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Temecula

San Francisco sits about 494 miles northwest of Temecula, 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 $4,200 to $6,250 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 9 h 13 min.

On the Temecula side there are 102 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (50 of them authorized for interstate work), and 899 around San Francisco (270 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 San Francisco.

Temecula has a population of about 114,865 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 2,949 in Temecula), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Temecula to San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 494 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,680 $2,050 $2,500
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,520 $3,070 $3,750
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,200 $5,120 $6,250
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,720 $8,200 $10,000
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,240 $11,270 $13,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,140

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

Portable container

$1,460–$2,150

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

Full-service mover

$4,200–$6,250

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Temecula (origin)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3726885
MC
1314053
Based in
Temecula, CA 92592 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1968191
MC
733054
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4316695
MC
1683488
Based in
Temecula, CA 92590 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3704517
MC
1297579
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055879
MC
1537960
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Bald Eagle Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
675983
MC
315464
Based in
Fallbrook, CA 92028 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1864862
MC
674258
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2588395
MC
907553
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 102 movers in Temecula

Near San Francisco (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All 899 movers in San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Temecula to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,500 for a studio, $2,520 to $3,750 for a one-bedroom, $4,200 to $6,250 for a two-bedroom, $6,720 to $10,000 for a three-bedroom and $9,240 to $13,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Temecula?

About 494 road miles (419 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 13 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 Temecula and San Francisco 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 Temecula to San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,460 to $2,150. 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 Temecula–San Francisco corridor.