Torrance, CA → Alpharetta, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Torrance to Alpharetta

About 2,294 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,930–$11,810, delivery in 7–14 days, 789 carriers on the Torrance side and 1,260 in Alpharetta.

2,294 miroad distance
40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,930–$11,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Torrance, California
To: Alpharetta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 2,294 miles (1,944 straight-line)
Drive time: 40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 789 (357 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,260 (604 interstate)

Reverse: Alpharetta → Torrance

Alpharetta sits about 2,294 miles east of Torrance, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Georgia 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 $7,930 to $11,810 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 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Torrance side there are 789 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (357 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,260 around Alpharetta (604 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 Alpharetta.

Torrance has a population of about 138,391 and Alpharetta about 68,000. Torrance is considerably denser (7,174 people per square mile versus 2,447), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Georgia than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Torrance to Alpharetta

Full-service estimate for 2,294 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,170	$3,870	$4,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,760	$5,810	$7,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,930	$9,680	$11,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,700	$15,480	$18,890
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,460	$21,290	$25,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,260–$4,600

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

Portable container

$3,070–$4,510

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

Full-service mover

$7,930–$11,810

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Torrance (origin)

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

Near Alpharetta (destination)

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lazer Spot INC

USDOT: 850629
MC: 370668
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (678) 771-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saia Ltl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Saia Motor Freight Line LLC

USDOT: 29124
MC: 87511
Based in: Johns Creek, GA 30097 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7,428 trucks, 7,315 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (770) 232-5067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sld Transportation, LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sld Transport, LLC

USDOT: 829373
MC: 367702
Based in: Canton, GA 30115 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (770) 704-5152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight International LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2846152
MC: 954292
Based in: Woodstock, GA 30188 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (678) 632-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1187702
MC: 469637
Based in: Doraville, GA 30340 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251051
MC: 1023120
Based in: Duluth, GA 30096 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 507-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2815279
MC: 939426
Based in: Cumming, GA 30041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (404) 642-7460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nolg LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3653588
MC: 1260284
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (616) 799-6704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,260 movers in Alpharetta

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,170 to $4,720 for a studio, $4,760 to $7,080 for a one-bedroom, $7,930 to $11,810 for a two-bedroom, $12,700 to $18,890 for a three-bedroom and $17,460 to $25,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Alpharetta from Torrance?

About 2,294 road miles (1,944 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 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 California into Georgia 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 Torrance to Alpharetta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,260 to $4,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,070 to $4,510. 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 Torrance–Alpharetta corridor.