Los Angeles to San Francisco Movers
LA to SF is a mirror of the SF→LA lane — same ~380 miles, same I-5 / US-101 options, same same-day-or-next-day reality.
Distance: 380 miles · Drive time: 6–7 hours
Typical Los Angeles → San Francisco moving costs
- Studio: $1,200 – $2,200
- 1-bedroom: $1,800 – $3,400
- 2-bedroom: $2,800 – $5,200
- 3-bedroom: $4,200 – $7,800
Timeline
Same-day for 1–2 bedrooms.
Route notes
- SF destination access in Pacific Heights, Russian Hill, Telegraph Hill is brutal — narrow streets, steep grades, no driveways.
- Most SF buildings require COIs.
- Bay Bridge / Treasure Island route restrictions for oversize trucks.
Tips for this move
- SF parking permits often required — start the city process 7+ days ahead.
- Tipped floors and stair fees are common in SF — confirm in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cost?
1-bedroom $1,800–$3,400. 2-bedroom $2,800–$5,200.