Moving from Moreno Valley, CA to Phoenix, AZ
About 346 miles across a state line, from California into Arizona, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Moreno Valley, CA to Phoenix, AZ covers about 346 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,557 – $2,076 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 2,463 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 346 miles, about 6 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,557 – $2,076. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 6 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Moreno Valley to Phoenix
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,168 – $1,557 | $841 – $1,121 | $561 – $747 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,401 – $1,868 | $1,009 – $1,345 | $673 – $897 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,557 – $2,076 | $1,121 – $1,495 | $747 – $996 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,791 – $2,387 | $1,289 – $1,719 | $859 – $1,146 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,024 – $2,699 | $1,457 – $1,943 | $972 – $1,295 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,336 – $3,114 | $1,682 – $2,242 | $1,121 – $1,495 |
Transport only, for an estimated 346 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Moreno Valley to Phoenix
346 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,730. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,557 to $2,076, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Moreno Valley to Phoenix
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 2,463 people a year (±630) moved from Riverside County, CA, home to Moreno Valley, to Maricopa County, AZ, home to Phoenix. Going the other way: about 1,372 people a year (±443). Movers from Riverside County make up 1.3% of the 189,397 people a year who moved into Maricopa County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 52,383 people a year (±6,890) moving from California to Arizona and about 28,174 people a year (±4,463) from Arizona to California — a net gain for Arizona of about 24,209 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| San Bernardino County, CA | 18,899 ±2,121 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 10,232 ±1,091 |
| Orange County, CA | 9,536 ±1,249 |
| San Diego County, CA | 8,201 ±1,135 |
| Clark County, NV | 2,651 ±799 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Pinal County, AZ | 11,423 ±1,245 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 8,614 ±1,297 |
| Pima County, AZ | 6,565 ±949 |
| San Diego County, CA | 5,206 ±1,126 |
| Coconino County, AZ | 5,198 ±805 |
Licensed movers at each end
27 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Moreno Valley (94 counting those licensed only inside California). 16 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 28.3% of their 46 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keep America Moving IncUSDOT 1851509 | Moreno Valley · 5 mi | 15 trucks | 3 | 100.0% of 2 |
| Murrieta MovingUSDOT 1076656 | San Bernardino · 13 mi | 12 trucks | 3 | 100.0% of 2 |
| R & R Relocation LLCUSDOT 4316695 | Temecula · 30 mi | 9 trucks | 12 | 30.0% of 10 |
| Redlands MovingUSDOT 2774641 | San Bernardino · 13 mi | 6 trucks | 0 | — |
| Merit Moving SystemsUSDOT 1839600 | Corona · 23 mi | 6 trucks | 4 | 33.3% of 3 |
| Big Deahl's MoversUSDOT 3295324 | Rancho Cucamonga · 25 mi | 3 trucks | 0 | — |
How these figures are calculated
At the Phoenix end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Phoenix: Dircks Moving & Logistics (Phoenix, 24 trucks), Muscular Moving Men LLC (Phoenix, 22 trucks), Camelback Moving Inc (Phoenix, 20 trucks), M&S Trucking and Moving LLC (Phoenix, 20 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from California into Arizona, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Moreno Valley to Phoenix
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 346 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Phoenix
A local move inside Phoenix later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $515 – $845 for a two-bedroom home and $867 – $1,560 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Phoenix are Scottsdale (about 11 mi), Tempe (about 11 mi), Mesa (about 17 mi).
Other routes from Moreno Valley
All routes from Moreno Valley, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Moreno Valley to Fontana, CA | ~23 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Moreno Valley to Anaheim, CA | ~37 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Moreno Valley to Los Angeles, CA | ~70 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Moreno Valley to San Diego, CA | ~97 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Moreno Valley to Oxnard, CA | ~135 mi | $608 – $810 |
| Moreno Valley to Bakersfield, CA | ~167 mi | $752 – $1,002 |
| Moreno Valley to Las Vegas, NV | ~226 mi | $1,017 – $1,356 |
| Moreno Valley to Fresno, CA | ~283 mi | $1,274 – $1,698 |
Also moving to Phoenix: from Tucson, AZ, from Saint George, UT, from Las Vegas, NV, from San Diego, CA.
Moreno Valley to Phoenix moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Moreno Valley to Phoenix?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 346 miles cost about $1,168 – $1,557 for a studio, $1,557 – $2,076 for a two-bedroom home and $1,791 – $2,387 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Moreno Valley to Phoenix take?
The drive is about 6 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Moreno Valley to Phoenix?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $747 – $996 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,557 – $2,076 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,121 – $1,495.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Moreno Valley to Phoenix?
Yes. Moreno Valley is in California and Phoenix is in Arizona, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 27 listed movers within 30 miles of Moreno Valley hold it.
How many people move from Moreno Valley to Phoenix each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 2,463 people a year (margin of error ±630) moved from Riverside County, which contains Moreno Valley, to Maricopa County, which contains Phoenix.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.