New York City to Los Angeles Movers

NYC to LA is a marquee cross-country lane — ~2,790 miles westbound. Delivery windows of 5–10 business days are standard.

Distance: 2790 miles · Drive time: Cross-country (5–10 day delivery)

Typical New York City → Los Angeles moving costs

• Studio: $2,800 – $5,000
• 1-bedroom: $4,500 – $8,500
• 2-bedroom: $7,000 – $13,000
• 3-bedroom: $10,500 – $19,000

Timeline

5–10 business days.

Route notes

• NYC origin often requires shuttle truck — 53-ft tractors can't reach most NYC residences.
• LA destination access varies wildly — Hollywood Hills, Silver Lake have tight streets.
• Pacific Time Zone shift: confirm delivery times explicitly.

Tips for this move

• Binding estimates only. Non-binding quotes on this lane often balloon 30–50%.
• Plan to be reachable during the full delivery window.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long?

5–10 business days standard.

2-bedroom?

$7,000–$13,000.