Ventura, CA → Long Beach, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Ventura to Long Beach

About 83 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,760–$2,620, delivery in 1–2 days, 71 carriers on the Ventura side and 1,558 in Long Beach.

83 miroad distance
2 h 8 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,760–$2,6202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ventura, California
To: Long Beach, California
Road distance: ≈ 83 miles (71 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 8 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 71 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,558 (664 interstate)

Reverse: Long Beach → Ventura

Long Beach sits about 83 miles southeast of Ventura, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 8 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,760 and $2,620, before packing or storage.

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 1,558 around Long Beach (664 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 Long Beach.

Ventura has a population of about 109,914 and Long Beach about 450,469. Long Beach is the denser city (9,206 people per square mile versus 5,058 in Ventura), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Ventura to Long Beach

Full-service estimate for 83 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$1,000	$1,220	$1,490
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,130	$1,380	$1,680
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,760	$2,150	$2,620
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,640	$3,220	$3,920
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,840	$4,680	$5,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,760–$2,620

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 Long Beach (destination)

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (4 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 (10 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 710576
MC: 327888
Based in: LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tradelink Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 770045
MC: 345513
Based in: Compton, CA 90221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (562) 983-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,558 movers in Long Beach

Tips for this move

Confirm whether travel time between Ventura and Long Beach is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Long Beach with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ventura to Long Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,000 to $1,490 for a studio, $1,130 to $1,680 for a one-bedroom, $1,760 to $2,620 for a two-bedroom, $2,640 to $3,920 for a three-bedroom and $3,840 to $5,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Long Beach from Ventura?

About 83 road miles (71 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 8 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Ventura and Long Beach 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 Long Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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–Long Beach corridor.