Hayward, CA

Thousand Oaks, CA → Hayward, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Thousand Oaks to Hayward

About 352 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,560–$5,300, delivery in 1–3 days, 84 carriers on the Thousand Oaks side and 754 in Hayward.

  • 352 miroad distance
  • 6 h 46 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,560–$5,3002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 352 miles (298 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 46 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
84 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination
754 (242 interstate)

Reverse: Hayward → Thousand Oaks

Moving from Thousand Oaks to Hayward is a regional long-distance move of roughly 352 road miles, heading northwest within 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 $3,560 to $5,300 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 6 h 46 min.

On the Thousand Oaks side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 754 around Hayward (242 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 Hayward.

Thousand Oaks has a population of about 122,230 and Hayward about 157,113. Hayward is the denser city (3,558 people per square mile versus 2,296 in Thousand Oaks), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Thousand Oaks to Hayward

Full-service estimate for 352 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,140 $2,610 $3,180
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,560 $4,340 $5,300
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,700 $6,950 $8,480
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,830 $9,550 $11,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$510–$720

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

Portable container

$1,330–$1,960

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

Full-service mover

$3,560–$5,300

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 Thousand Oaks (origin)

Synergy Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3319725
MC
1057066
Based in
Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
38 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Nittur Designs LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4394167
MC
1724079
Based in
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Protech Delivery And Installation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2719511
Based in
Moorpark, CA 93021 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Presto Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1691575
MC
621224
Based in
Simi Valley, CA 93063 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

American Hills Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4128186
MC
1580238
Based in
West Hills, CA 91304 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Sursim USA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1880395
MC
678225
Based in
Simi Valley, CA 93063 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

P R Produce INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492537
MC
1218485
Based in
Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

To Your Home Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3167943
MC
1019329
Based in
Simi Valley, CA 93065 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 84 movers in Thousand Oaks

Near Hayward (destination)

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (7 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 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251388
MC
1023623
Based in
Fremont, CA 94538 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1844592
MC
670818
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3488549
MC
1147342
Based in
Newark, CA 94560 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2551548
MC
889001
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 754 movers in Hayward

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Thousand Oaks to Hayward?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,140 to $3,180 for a one-bedroom, $3,560 to $5,300 for a two-bedroom, $5,700 to $8,480 for a three-bedroom and $7,830 to $11,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hayward from Thousand Oaks?

About 352 road miles (298 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 46 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 Thousand Oaks and Hayward 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 Thousand Oaks to Hayward?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $510 to $720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,960. 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 Thousand Oaks–Hayward corridor.