Oakland, CA

Youngstown, OH → Oakland, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Youngstown to Oakland

About 2,607 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,370–$12,460, delivery in 7–14 days, 141 carriers on the Youngstown side and 832 in Oakland.

  • 2,607 miroad distance
  • 45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,370–$12,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,607 miles (2,210 straight-line)
Drive time
45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
141 (90 interstate)
Movers at destination
832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Youngstown

Moving from Youngstown to Oakland is a cross-country move of roughly 2,607 road miles, heading west from Ohio to 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 $8,370 to $12,460 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 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Youngstown side there are 141 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (90 of them authorized for interstate work), and 832 around Oakland (258 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 Oakland.

Youngstown has a population of about 59,000 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 1,770 in Youngstown), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Youngstown to Oakland

Full-service estimate for 2,607 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,350 $4,080 $4,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,020 $6,130 $7,470
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,370 $10,210 $12,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,390 $16,330 $19,930
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,420 $22,460 $27,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,580–$5,050

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

Portable container

$3,350–$4,920

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

Full-service mover

$8,370–$12,460

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 Youngstown (origin)

Howlett Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3287780
MC
1040616
Based in
Canfield, OH 44406 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Over-Deliver LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3276480
MC
1035210
Based in
North Jackson, OH 44451 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
49 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Grant Street Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
906635
MC
392849
Based in
Niles, OH 44446 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Joy Cone Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
85100
MC
264866
Based in
Hermitage, PA 16148 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Kayd Transport Services LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1210024
MC
764464
Based in
Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Cleland Bros Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1154917
MC
467396
Based in
Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3257266
MC
1026210
Based in
Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Bearded Brothers Moving Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3453726
MC
1125163
Based in
Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 141 movers in Youngstown

Near Oakland (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 832 movers in Oakland

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Youngstown to Oakland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,350 to $4,980 for a studio, $5,020 to $7,470 for a one-bedroom, $8,370 to $12,460 for a two-bedroom, $13,390 to $19,930 for a three-bedroom and $18,420 to $27,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Youngstown?

About 2,607 road miles (2,210 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 hours (6 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 Ohio 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 Youngstown to Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,580 to $5,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,350 to $4,920. 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 Youngstown–Oakland corridor.