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Walla Walla, WA → Malibu, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Walla Walla to Malibu

About 982 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,490–$8,170, delivery in 2–5 days, 10 carriers on the Walla Walla side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 982 miroad distance
  • 17 h 38 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,490–$8,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 982 miles (832 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 38 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
10 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Walla Walla

Malibu sits about 982 miles south of Walla Walla, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,490 to $8,170 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 17 h 38 min.

On the Walla Walla side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Walla Walla has a population of about 34,000 and Malibu about 10,000. Walla Walla is considerably denser (2,426 people per square mile versus 537), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Walla Walla to Malibu

Full-service estimate for 982 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,200 $2,680 $3,270
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,300 $4,020 $4,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,490 $6,700 $8,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,790 $10,720 $13,080
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,090 $14,740 $17,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$5,490–$8,170

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 Walla Walla (origin)

Old School Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1825294
MC
837397
Based in
Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (509) 386-6874 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Ortega Trucking And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
824727
MC
656000
Based in
Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (541) 429-0305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rmb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4170055
MC
1606082
Based in
Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (208) 771-2412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harshfield Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Edwin Chad Harshfield

USDOT
4473400
MC
1765805
Based in
Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (509) 676-7537 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clancy'S Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
313853
Based in
Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (509) 529-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jj Haul Away

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jj Haul Away LLC

USDOT
3621361
MC
1237106
Based in
College Place, WA 99324 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (509) 520-2143 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smokin Hagen

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Larry Hagen

USDOT
1656657
Based in
Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (509) 525-5518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cervantez Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4116110
Based in
Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (509) 386-6016 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 10 movers in Walla Walla

Near Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2668399
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2852806
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4106169
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3404810
Based in
Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Walla Walla to Malibu?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,200 to $3,270 for a studio, $3,300 to $4,900 for a one-bedroom, $5,490 to $8,170 for a two-bedroom, $8,790 to $13,080 for a three-bedroom and $12,090 to $17,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Walla Walla?

About 982 road miles (832 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 38 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Washington 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 Walla Walla to Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,790. 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 Walla Walla–Malibu corridor.