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Thousand Oaks, CA

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

Movers from Visalia to Thousand Oaks

About 177 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,770–$4,120, delivery in 1–2 days, 150 carriers on the Visalia side and 84 in Thousand Oaks.

  • 177 miroad distance
  • 3 h 45 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,770–$4,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 177 miles (150 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 45 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
150 (54 interstate)
Movers at destination
84 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Thousand Oaks → Visalia

Moving from Visalia to Thousand Oaks is a regional long-distance move of roughly 177 road miles, heading south 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 $2,770 to $4,120 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 45 min.

On the Visalia side there are 150 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (54 of them authorized for interstate work), and 84 around Thousand Oaks (35 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 Thousand Oaks.

Visalia has a population of about 146,541 and Thousand Oaks about 122,230. Visalia is considerably denser (3,730 people per square mile versus 2,296), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Visalia to Thousand Oaks

Full-service estimate for 177 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,660 $2,030 $2,470
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,770 $3,380 $4,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,430 $5,410 $6,600
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,100 $7,440 $9,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$470

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

Portable container

$1,180–$1,730

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

Full-service mover

$2,770–$4,120

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 Visalia (origin)

Hank Van Heeringen

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry Van Heeringen

USDOT
1362147
Based in
Visalia, CA 93291 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (559) 733-1868 Route Verify on FMCSA

C Duran Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
830269
MC
376158
Based in
Tulare, CA 93274 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (559) 967-3432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bhullar Freightlines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3252571
MC
1023919
Based in
Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (415) 653-9009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agostini Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2423168
MC
834759
Based in
Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Route Verify on FMCSA

Emperor Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251233
MC
1099802
Based in
Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (559) 747-9675 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Legacy Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2931177
MC
989780
Based in
Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (323) 494-6956 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sanchez Elite Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3685395
Based in
Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (559) 280-1640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingsburg Logistic Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3357206
MC
1077764
Based in
Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (805) 305-2090 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 150 movers in Visalia

Near Thousand Oaks (destination)

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
Call (805) 304-0978 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (805) 341-9266 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (805) 292-1340 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (818) 349-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (818) 946-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (818) 823-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (805) 259-8404 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (818) 314-5491 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Thousand Oaks

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,660 to $2,470 for a one-bedroom, $2,770 to $4,120 for a two-bedroom, $4,430 to $6,600 for a three-bedroom and $6,100 to $9,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thousand Oaks from Visalia?

About 177 road miles (150 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 45 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Visalia and Thousand Oaks 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 Visalia to Thousand Oaks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,180 to $1,730. 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 Visalia–Thousand Oaks corridor.