California Moving Routes
GoodMigrations tracks 47 interstate moving routes out of California, plus 375 reviewed California moving companies. Costs, distances, and transit times for every route out of the Golden State below.
Moving out of California costs $725 to $9,591 for a 2 to 3 bedroom home with full-service movers in 2026, based on GoodMigrations quote data for the 5 most common destinations from California. Those destinations are California, Texas, and Florida. GoodMigrations reviewed 375 California moving companies, 321 of which (85.8%) hold interstate operating authority.
Interstate moving routes from California
The most common interstate moves out of California go to California, Texas, and Florida. All 47 routes out of California are listed below with cost and distance where GoodMigrations holds quote data for the corridor.
Most common destinations from California
| Route | Distance | 2-3 bedroom cost | Get quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| California to California movers | $725 - $2,497 | Get quotes | |
| California to Texas movers | 1,407 miles | $3,348 - $7,529 | Get quotes |
| California to Florida movers | 2,699 miles | $4,530 - $8,903 | Get quotes |
| California to New York movers | 2,901 miles | $4,544 - $9,591 | Get quotes |
| California to Pennsylvania movers | 2,733 miles | $4,266 - $8,676 | Get quotes |
Cost ranges reflect GoodMigrations full-service quote data for these corridors as of August 2026. Distances are road miles between state population centers.
All interstate routes from California
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- California to Connecticut movers
- California to Delaware movers
- California to Georgia movers
- California to Iowa movers
- California to Idaho movers
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- California to Indiana movers
- California to Kansas movers
- California to Kentucky movers
- California to Louisiana movers
- California to Massachusetts movers
- California to Maryland movers
- California to Maine movers
- California to Michigan movers
- California to Minnesota movers
- California to Missouri movers
- California to Mississippi movers
- California to Montana movers
- California to North Carolina movers
- California to North Dakota movers
- California to Nebraska movers
- California to New Hampshire movers
- California to New Jersey movers
- California to New Mexico movers
- California to Nevada movers
- California to Ohio movers
- California to Oklahoma movers
- California to Oregon movers
- California to Rhode Island movers
- California to South Carolina movers
- California to South Dakota movers
- California to Tennessee movers
- California to Utah movers
- California to Virginia movers
- California to Vermont movers
- California to Washington movers
- California to Wisconsin movers
- California to West Virginia movers
- California to Wyoming movers
Moving out of California: what the data shows
321 of 375 California moving companies (85.8%) hold interstate operating authority, compared to 82.4% across the 3,185 movers GoodMigrations tracks nationally. Any company moving your household across a state line needs that authority and a USDOT number, which you can verify yourself through the FMCSA company snapshot tool.
158 California movers (42.1%) offer full valuation coverage, against 29.2% nationally. The alternative is released-value protection, which every interstate mover must offer at no charge and which pays 60 cents per pound per article. On that basis a 50 pound item worth $1,500 settles for $30.
86.1% of the California movers GoodMigrations tracks offer storage in transit, which matters on long routes where your delivery window and your lease dates do not line up.
Local moves inside California average $122 per hour for a crew, which is billed by time. Interstate moves are priced on shipment weight and distance instead, so an hourly rate is not a useful benchmark once you cross a state line.
Licensing rules for movers in California
When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice.
The California Moving & Storage Association is the state industry body for California movers. State registration status can be checked directly at the California regulator.
California moving route FAQs
How much does it cost to move out of California?
Moving out of California costs $725 to $9,591 for a 2 to 3 bedroom home with full-service movers in 2026. The range reflects GoodMigrations quote data across the 5 most common destinations from California. Distance is the largest single driver, followed by shipment weight and the time of year you book.
What are the most popular moving routes from California?
The most popular moving routes from California go to California, Texas, and Florida. GoodMigrations tracks 47 interstate routes out of California in total, each with its own cost data, distance, and transit window.
When is the cheapest time to move out of California?
The cheapest time to move out of California is between October and April. Roughly 70% of all household moves happen between May and September, and interstate carriers price that peak accordingly. Moving midweek and mid-month is cheaper than a weekend at the start or end of a month, when leases turn over.
Do I need a licensed interstate mover to leave California?
Yes. Any mover taking your household goods across the California state line must hold interstate operating authority from the FMCSA and carry an active USDOT number. 85.8% of the California movers GoodMigrations tracks hold that authority, so it is worth confirming before you book rather than assuming.
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