San Francisco to Los Angeles Movers

SF to LA along I-5 or US-101 is one of California's busiest intrastate lanes — ~380 miles. Most moves are same-day or next-day.

Distance: 380 miles · Drive time: 6–7 hours

Typical San Francisco → Los Angeles 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; next-day common for 3+.

Route notes

• I-5 (Grapevine) is faster but susceptible to weather/fire closures.
• US-101 is scenic but adds 1–2 hours.
• LA destination access varies — confirm address specifics.

Tips for this move

• Avoid Grapevine in winter storms — reroute via US-101.
• LA building COIs are increasingly required in downtown high-rises.

Frequently Asked Questions

Same-day?

Yes for 1–2 bedrooms. Next-day common for larger.

Cost?

2-bedroom $2,800–$5,200.