Moreno Valley, CA

Toms River, NJ → Moreno Valley, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Toms River to Moreno Valley

About 2,818 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,530–$14,180, delivery in 7–14 days, 114 carriers on the Toms River side and 861 in Moreno Valley.

  • 2,818 miroad distance
  • 49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,530–$14,1802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,818 miles (2,388 straight-line)
Drive time
49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
114 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination
861 (478 interstate)

Reverse: Moreno Valley → Toms River

Moreno Valley sits about 2,818 miles west of Toms River, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Jersey to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $9,530 to $14,180 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Toms River side there are 114 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (61 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.

Toms River has a population of about 100,899 and Moreno Valley about 214,263. Moreno Valley is the denser city (4,067 people per square mile versus 2,356 in Toms River), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than New Jersey, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Toms River to Moreno Valley

Full-service estimate for 2,818 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,810 $4,650 $5,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,720 $6,970 $8,510
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,530 $11,620 $14,180
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,250 $18,600 $22,690
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $20,970 $25,570 $31,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,950–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,530–$14,180

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Toms River (origin)

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
661798
MC
1053763
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08753 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
774963
MC
431356
Based in
Brick, NJ 08723 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
285934
MC
190852
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1038738
MC
444372
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08755 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Bilkays Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3612204
MC
1230779
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Sett Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934502
MC
690656
Based in
Bayville, NJ 08721 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Freehold Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
488656
Based in
Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Freehold Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4393714
MC
1723876
Based in
Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 114 movers in Toms River

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

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

Fames Transport

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

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

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

All 861 movers in Moreno Valley

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Toms River to Moreno Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,810 to $5,670 for a studio, $5,720 to $8,510 for a one-bedroom, $9,530 to $14,180 for a two-bedroom, $15,250 to $22,690 for a three-bedroom and $20,970 to $31,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Moreno Valley from Toms River?

About 2,818 road miles (2,388 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 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 New Jersey 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 Toms River to Moreno Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,950 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,200. 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 Toms River–Moreno Valley corridor.