Ventura, CA → Eureka, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Ventura to Eureka

About 619 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,600–$6,840, delivery in 2–5 days, 71 carriers on the Ventura side and 11 in Eureka.

619 miroad distance
11 h 22 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,600–$6,8402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ventura, California
To: Eureka, California
Road distance: ≈ 619 miles (525 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 22 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 71 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination: 11 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Eureka → Ventura

Moving from Ventura to Eureka is a long-distance move of roughly 619 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 $4,600 to $6,840 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 11 h 22 min.

On the Ventura side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (15 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around Eureka (1 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 Eureka.

Ventura has a population of about 109,914 and Eureka about 26,000. Ventura is considerably denser (5,058 people per square mile versus 2,771), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Ventura to Eureka

Full-service estimate for 619 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,840	$2,240	$2,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,760	$3,360	$4,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,600	$5,610	$6,840
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,360	$8,970	$10,940
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,110	$12,330	$15,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,320

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

Portable container

$1,570–$2,310

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

Full-service mover

$4,600–$6,840

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Ventura (origin)

Lagomarsino Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: John Lagomarsino

USDOT: 1743990
MC: 678513
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 509-4251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movegreen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Movegreen INC

USDOT: 1778050
MC: 648608
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 845-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cnl Transportations

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cnl Transportation LLC

USDOT: 6244896
MC: 71441032
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (820) 231-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

A3m'S Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4059113
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93033 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (805) 767-0169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Og Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4387434
MC: 1720740
Based in: Ventura, CA 93004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 340-7105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silveira Transport

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Silveira

USDOT: 1317195
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (805) 830-3081 Route Verify on FMCSA

G-M Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4502515
MC: 1781414
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93036 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 815-8736 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ld Power Freight

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4430443
MC: 1743148
Based in: Oxnard, CA 93030 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 496-5525 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Ventura

Near Eureka (destination)

Dirty Birds Tcd LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4441571
MC: 1749946
Based in: Eureka, CA 95503 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 362-0051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miller Farms

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Miller Farms Nursery INC

USDOT: 2662318
Based in: McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 839-1571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clinton M Price

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3045242
Based in: Eureka, CA 95501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (707) 601-4907 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maruskas Excavation & Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Gyle J Maruska

USDOT: 2878623
Based in: Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (707) 845-2801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Emeralds

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ecd INC

USDOT: 3275685
Based in: Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Freight

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Connie Martinez

USDOT: 2957164
MC: 2568
Based in: McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (707) 223-2241 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunside Transportation

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tou Vang

USDOT: 3012570
MC: 63736
Based in: McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (651) 368-6717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Support System

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Salmon Summit Support System

USDOT: 4213071
Based in: Hoopa, CA 95546 (35 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 720-3731 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Eureka

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ventura to Eureka?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,840 to $2,740 for a studio, $2,760 to $4,100 for a one-bedroom, $4,600 to $6,840 for a two-bedroom, $7,360 to $10,940 for a three-bedroom and $10,110 to $15,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Eureka from Ventura?

About 619 road miles (525 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 22 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Ventura and Eureka 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 Ventura to Eureka?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,570 to $2,310. 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 Ventura–Eureka corridor.