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Moreno Valley, CA

Thornton, CO → Moreno Valley, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Thornton to Moreno Valley

About 936 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,200–$7,740, delivery in 2–5 days, 718 carriers on the Thornton side and 861 in Moreno Valley.

  • 936 miroad distance
  • 16 h 50 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,200–$7,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 936 miles (793 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 50 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
718 (266 interstate)
Movers at destination
861 (478 interstate)

Reverse: Moreno Valley → Thornton

Moreno Valley sits about 936 miles southwest of Thornton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to California that most movers classify as a 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 $5,200 to $7,740 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 50 min.

On the Thornton side there are 718 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (266 of them authorized for interstate work), and 861 around Moreno Valley (478 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 Moreno Valley.

Thornton has a population of about 147,766 and Moreno Valley about 214,263. The two cities have comparable density (3,952 and 4,067 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Thornton to Moreno Valley

Full-service estimate for 936 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,080 $2,540 $3,090
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,120 $3,810 $4,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,200 $6,340 $7,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,320 $10,150 $12,380
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,440 $13,950 $17,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,410–$1,990

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,730

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

Full-service mover

$5,200–$7,740

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 Thornton (origin)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
202381
MC
157626
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT
145556
MC
142969
Based in
Denver, CO 80229 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466144
MC
273706
Based in
Denver, CO 80239 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3190181
MC
135191
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3300844
MC
1047129
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3483705
MC
1144340
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
652182
MC
305711
Based in
Henderson, CO 80640 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (303) 288-2233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 718 movers in Thornton

Near Moreno Valley (destination)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2408861
MC
1099783
Based in
Riverside, CA 92518 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
107 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (951) 601-5701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT
1151662
MC
464864
Based in
Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2461971
MC
850730
Based in
Perris, CA 92570 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fames Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fames Transport INC

USDOT
1239730
MC
838202
Based in
San Bernardino, CA 92408 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
23 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (760) 784-5311 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
606156
MC
291801
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (909) 409-9147 Route Verify on FMCSA

F S C Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2905768
MC
977905
Based in
Riverside, CA 92503 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2978440
MC
12917
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (951) 439-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep America Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1851509
MC
670887
Based in
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (951) 521-1568 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 861 movers in Moreno Valley

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Thornton to Moreno Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,080 to $3,090 for a studio, $3,120 to $4,640 for a one-bedroom, $5,200 to $7,740 for a two-bedroom, $8,320 to $12,380 for a three-bedroom and $11,440 to $17,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Moreno Valley from Thornton?

About 936 road miles (793 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 50 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Colorado 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 Thornton to Moreno Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,410 to $1,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,730. 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 Thornton–Moreno Valley corridor.