Moving from Virginia to California
Arlington → Los Angeles · cost, miles and planning
Your planning guide for a long-distance move from Virginia to California: cost, road miles and delivery timing.
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This lane runs close to even in both directions: Census estimates about 18,100 people (±4,368) moved from Virginia to California in 2024, and about 20,180 people (±4,162) moved from California to Virginia. That makes California the 4th most common destination for people leaving Virginia, about 6.9% of everyone who moved out. It is about 2,668 road miles from Arlington to Los Angeles, about 43–49 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 2,668 miles, Arlington to Los Angeles (OSRM driving route) |
|---|---|
| Drive time | About 43–49 hours without stops |
| Typical delivery window | Roughly 7–21 days after pickup; your written estimate sets the exact window |
| Virginia to California, 2024 | About 18,100 people (±4,368) moved |
| California to Virginia, 2024 | About 20,180 people (±4,162) 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: Virginia to California
| 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–$17,700 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington, VA | Los Angeles, CA | 2,668 | $7,200–$10,050 |
| Arlington, VA | San Francisco, CA | 2,819 | $7,250–$10,050 |
| Richmond, VA | Los Angeles, CA | 2,621 | $7,150–$9,950 |
| Richmond, VA | San Francisco, CA | 2,880 | $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 Virginia to California?
For Arlington to Los Angeles (about 2,668 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 Virginia to California take?
Plan for a delivery window of roughly 7–21 days after pickup. The drive itself is about 43–49 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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