Moving from California to Maryland
Los Angeles → Baltimore · cost, miles and planning
Your planning guide for a long-distance move from California to Maryland: cost, road miles and delivery timing.
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This lane runs close to even in both directions: Census estimates about 11,078 people (±3,398) moved from California to Maryland in 2024, and about 8,901 people (±2,151) moved from Maryland to California. That makes Maryland the 19th most common destination for people leaving California, about 1.7% of everyone who moved out. It is about 2,664 road miles from Los Angeles to Baltimore, about 43–48 hours of driving, and a household shipment on this lane usually arrives within roughly 7–21 days of pickup. A 2-bedroom move on this route is a planning range of $7,200–$10,050 with Next Generation Movers.
Route facts
| Road miles | About 2,664 miles, Los Angeles to Baltimore (OSRM driving route) |
|---|---|
| Drive time | About 43–48 hours without stops |
| Typical delivery window | Roughly 7–21 days after pickup; your written estimate sets the exact window |
| California to Maryland, 2024 | About 11,078 people (±3,398) moved |
| Maryland to California, 2024 | About 8,901 people (±2,151) moved |
Migration source: U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows, 2024 American Community Survey 1-year estimates. Counts are people age 1 and over, with the margin of error shown.
Planning prices: California to Maryland
| Home size | Typical volume | Planning range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bedroom | about 450 cu ft | $4,500–$6,250 |
| 2 bedrooms | about 750 cu ft | $7,200–$10,050 |
| 3 bedrooms | about 1,100 cu ft | $10,000–$13,900 |
| 4+ bedrooms | about 1,500 cu ft and up | $12,750–$17,650 |
Planning range, final price after free inventory review. Ranges cover line haul, fuel and standard service at both ends. Packing, stairs, long carries, a shuttle truck, storage and specialty items such as pianos are extra and are quoted after the review.
Common city pairs on this route
| From | To | Road miles | 2-bedroom planning range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | Baltimore, MD | 2,664 | $7,200–$10,050 |
| Los Angeles, CA | Rockville, MD | 2,675 | $7,200–$10,050 |
| San Francisco, CA | Baltimore, MD | 2,823 | $7,250–$10,050 |
| San Francisco, CA | Rockville, MD | 2,801 | $7,250–$10,050 |
Licensed interstate mover
Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move from California to Maryland?
For Los Angeles to Baltimore (about 2,664 road miles) our planning range is $4,500–$6,250 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $7,200–$10,050 for 2 bedrooms and $10,000–$13,900 for 3 bedrooms. The final price is set after a free inventory review.
How long does a move from California to Maryland take?
Plan for a delivery window of roughly 7–21 days after pickup. The drive itself is about 43–48 hours. Your written estimate states the exact window.
Is Next Generation Movers licensed for interstate moves?
Yes. We are registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation as USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637. You can check this on the FMCSA website.
How do I get a quote?
Call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant quote, 24/7, call the office at (240) 422-2243, or request an estimate online.
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