Skip to content

Boston To California Movers

No hidden fees - just affordable and reliable moving, guaranteed.

REQUEST MY QUOTE


icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Based on 1,640+ reviews on
Angi

Boston to California and California to Boston Movers

Your stories are our success – see what our customers have to say.

4.8
out of 5 stars
from 270 reviews
4.4
out of 5 stars
from 190 reviews
A+
rated
Since 2014
4.7
out of 5 stars
from 556 reviews
Our clients love us

BOSTON → CALIFORNIA

Moving from Boston to California

Boston to California is a move we handle in every direction — whether you’re heading to Northern California, Southern California, or anywhere in between. We also bring people back from California to Boston when the East Coast calls them home. Poseidon Moving knows the building rules, the permit requirements, and the drop-off logistics across California’s major metros and suburbs. That kind of statewide reach means you’re not scrambling to find a second company once you pick a city.

We’re the Boston to California long-distance moving company that manages coast-to-coast relocations with one team and one point of contact. You get a single person who tracks your move from pickup in Boston to drop-off in California — no handoffs, no middlemen, no gaps in communication.

Two Poseidon Moving Company crew members at the back of a moving truck
2,700-3,000 mi
Boston to California distance
5-7 days
Estimated drive time
7-14 days
Typical transit time
$3.5k to $10k
Average moving cost

OUR SERVICES

Boston to California Moving Services

Whether it’s a residential apartment on the West Coast or a commercial office anywhere in the state, choosing the right Boston to California movers matters more when there are 3,000 miles between your old place and your new one. Your dedicated coordinator handles building access, freight elevator scheduling, COI paperwork, and street permits on both ends — so you can focus on the move itself instead of the admin.

Need us to pack? Full service, partial, or just the high-value pieces — whatever makes sense for your situation. We build custom crates for artwork, electronics, and anything fragile enough to need extra protection over that distance. If your dates don’t line up, we have climate-controlled storage on both coasts. Express and economy options let you balance speed against budget.

No Hidden Fees
Same Day Movers
24/7 Support
Real-Time Tracking
Free Consultation

WHAT'S INCLUDED

We ensure all your furniture is wrapped securely for maximum protection during the move. Items included:

✓ Couches
✓ Chairs
✓ Mattresses
✓ Bed frames
✓ Dressers
✓ Tables
✓ Shelving units
✓ Cabinets

We'll disassemble your large furniture for safe transport and reassemble it upon arrival. Items include:

✓ Bed frames
✓ Tables
✓ Armoires
✓ China cabinets
✓ Shelving units
✓ Desks

To ensure maximum protection for your belongings, we provide five specialty moving boxes at no extra charge for fragile, valuable, or uniquely shaped items. These boxes must be pre-ordered before your move date to guarantee availability.

✓ TV Box
✓ Picture/Mirror Box
✓ Wardrobe Box
✓ Lamp Box
✓ Mattress Box

Loading: Our team carefully loads your items, ensuring they are safely secured and properly strapped inside the truck to prevent any movement during transport.

Unloading: Upon delivery, we'll unwrap your items, place them exactly where you want, and ensure everything is set up to your satisfaction.

All transportation costs are covered in your flat rate. This includes:

✓ Fuel
✓ Tolls
✓ Travel Expenses

We include basic liability coverage at $0.60 per pound per item to protect your belongings during the move. This ensures standard reimbursement for any damages incurred, following industry regulations.

WHY CALIFORNIA

Pros of Moving from Boston to California

✓

An Economy That Leads in Almost Every Industry
California has the largest GDP of any state in the country — larger than most nations. Tech in the north, biotech in the south, entertainment in the south, agriculture in the Central Valley, and clean energy across the board. If your career has a ceiling in Massachusetts, California probably has ten companies you haven’t heard of yet that are hiring for exactly what you do.

✓

Weather That Works for You Twelve Months a Year
The specifics change depending on where you land — coastal fog up north, dry heat inland, mild Mediterranean climate along the southern coast — but the common thread is that winter as you know it in Boston doesn’t exist here. No salt-stained boots, no frozen windshields, no canceling plans because of a blizzard.

✓

Geographic Variety That No Other State Can Touch
Redwood forests in the north, Pacific coastline for hundreds of miles, the Sierra Nevada for skiing, wine country for weekends, Death Valley and the Mojave for something completely different. Most people in Boston drive to the same few places on weekends. In California, you could go somewhere new every Saturday for a year and never run out of options.

✓

A Culture Built Around Being Outside
Hiking, surfing, cycling, rock climbing, paddleboarding — outdoor recreation isn’t a seasonal activity here, it’s a lifestyle. Farmers markets run year-round. People eat outside in February. If Boston’s indoor winters have been wearing on you, California’s relationship with the outdoors is a genuine reset.

✓

More Space, More Options, More Ways to Live
California is massive — you can live in a walkable urban neighborhood, a quiet beach town along the coast, a family-friendly suburb with great schools, or a rural property in wine country. The range of lifestyles available within one state is something the Northeast just can’t match, and most of them come with weather that doesn’t fight you half the year.

PRICING

How Much Does It Cost to Move Boston to California?

Pricing depends on where in California you’re headed, the size of your home, and what services you need. Northern California destinations tend to run slightly less than Southern California simply because of mileage, but the difference is modest.

Run your details through our online quote tool and you’ll get a flat-rate number back in minutes. No need to worry about extra fees — it’s all inclusive. As Boston to California movers who handle moves to every part of the state, the number we quote is the number you pay.

We offer both dedicated and shared truck options. A dedicated truck means your belongings travel alone — faster arrival, no additional stops. A shared truck splits capacity with another household heading the same direction, which lowers the cost if your schedule has some flexibility.

MOVE SIZE EST. COST
Studio $3,000 – $4,500
1 Bedroom $3,800 – $5,500
2 Bedroom $4,500 – $7,000
3 Bedroom $5,500 – $8,500
4 Bedroom $7,000 – $10,000
5+ Bedroom $9,500 – $13,000+

QUESTIONS

Boston to California Questions Answered

Most moves land between $3,500 and $10,000 depending on home size, destination city, and whether you want us to handle the packing. Off-season months — typically September through February — offer the best pricing.
Standard transit runs 7 to 14 days depending on the destination and service tier. Direct shipments are faster since they go straight through. Consolidated shipments take a bit longer but cost less. Either way, you'll have visibility the entire time.
Yes — every major metro, suburb, and coastal city in the state. Northern California, Southern California, the Central Valley, and everywhere in between. Same all-inclusive pricing no matter where you land.
That happens. We can hold your belongings in a secure facility until you've locked in a destination. Once you're ready, we schedule the final leg and deliver straight to your door — no repacking, no extra inventory.
For most moves, keeping everything on one truck is the most cost-effective option. Splitting shipments usually adds coordination fees and separate windows. If you're thinking about it, our team can run both scenarios and show you the numbers side by side.

GET STARTED

Ready to make the move?

Get your price in a few minutes online, or give us a call at (866) 565-1516 and we’ll walk you through it.

Our Customers’ Most Popular Moving Routes

image/svg+xml WA OR CA NV ID MT WY UT CO AZ NE SD ND MN IA WI IL IN OH MI PA NY VT NH MA NM TX OK KS MO AR LA MS TN AL GA FL KY VA NC ME CT RI NJ DE MD AK HI WV Washington, D.C. SC

Poseidon Moving Reviews

Customers nationwide rely on Poseidon Moving. See what they have to say.

Each move gives us the opportunity to deliver an exceptional, worry-free experience that exceeds expectations.

Icon - Home with a heart Long Distance Moving
Sreedhar Koneru
a month ago

Great team to plan your moving needs. They were on time and delivered smoothly. John and both his crews that helped pickup and drop off are awesome to work with. Oleg support throughout is very helpful.

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Icon - Home with a heart Long Distance Moving
Marion McNabb
2 weeks ago

Wow, what an incredible experience working with Poseidon moving. They were very professional, very affordable for my move, nothing was damaged, and all was tracked online. I really really highly reccommend Poseidon movers. It took me 6 companies quotes to find the best one! I move from East Boston to Asheville NC in mid Sept. Thank you Poseidon for the incredible move!

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Icon - Home with a heart Long Distance Moving
Poseidon long distance movers off loading truck.
Ziqi Zhang
a month ago

I recently used Poseidon Moving for my move to Boston, and I couldn't be more satisfied with their service. From start to finish, the team was incredibly efficient, handling everything with care and professionalism. My belongings were moved safely and quickly, and the entire process was smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Poseidon Moving to anyone looking for reliable movers. I will definitely be recommending them to my friends and anyone in need of top-notch moving services!

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Icon - Home with a heart Long Distance Moving
Miguel R. Santos
a month ago

Booking Poseidon Moving services couldn't have been easier and the attention given couldn't have been topped. Oleg was a great communicator and we got plenty of emailed information on what to expect moving day and how to best prepare for it. On moving day, communication with the moving crew was clear and concise. The moving team was careful with our belongings and efficient moving things out and into our new place. Couldn't recommend them highly enough.

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Long Distance Moving
Emma Goetzinger
3 months ago

Everything about using Poseidon was great! Professional and fast service, and everything arrived in perfect condition right on time. The price and delivery window for my cross country move was by far the most ideal.

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Long Distance Moving
Osman Ahsen
a month ago

Poseidon just moved my furniture from Boston to San Francisco, and they did an amazing job. They took great care packing my furniture with padding and blankets, and everything arrived in perfect condition. They stuck to their pick-up and delivery dates, and the upfront pricing was spot on—no surprise charges. The whole experience far exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend!

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Packing & Unpacking
Maya Ramdev
a month ago

Poseidon moving made moving day very stress free! We used their overnight storage and were able to communicate well regarding timings. Zen and his crew were very kind and helpful.

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Icon - Home with a heart Long Distance Moving
Viswanathan Renganathan
6 days ago

They really have a very nice team. I have used their services not once but twice. First time within Massachusetts and Second time Massachusetts to New Jersey. They are a thouroughly professional team at affordable price. We can rely on them and they are flexible enough with our travel plans. I opted for full packing, they patiently listened and attended to each of household items with care. I can recommend them to any. They ease your tensions and get things done one time. I am always grateful to this team

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star
Icon - Home with a heart Long-Distance Moving
Kim D.
28 March, 2023

They’re efficient, warm, friendly, and very talented. They made moving a wonderful experience. It was stress free, easy and even FUN!

5.0
icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star icon - star

Poseidon Moving – Manage Your Move on the Go

Get ready to take control of your moving experience with Poseidon Moving. Learn how easy it is to request a quote, manage your account, update move details, and book your move—all online.

Our step-by-step guide makes the process simple, so you can focus on what matters most. Discover how we streamline everything for a smooth, hassle-free move from start to finish.

Moving Tips

View all
Poseidon Moving team providing professional packing and moving services for residential and commercial clients.

Poseidon Moving Cares

The Team Behind Your Seamless Move

Every successful move begins with the people who make it happen. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service, ensuring your move is not just about getting from one place to another, but about creating a smooth and stress-free experience.

With a focus on care, precision, and a personal approach, each member of our team brings expertise and a commitment to making your move as effortless as possible. From packing to delivery, we treat your belongings with the utmost respect, making sure everything arrives safe and sound.

When you work with us, you’re working with professionals who truly care about your journey.

Discover More

Planning to Move?

Handy Moving Guide

Your ultimate moving companion, with Tips and FAQs to keep everything on track.

Quick Links

Moving Tips
What's New
Our Work
Cost Calculator

What's New

View all
Poseidon Moving Company truck parked at a home with the cargo door open
Downtown Chicago near the Chicago Theatre — moving to Chicago guide

Frequently Asked Questions

View all

Virtual Walkthrough

Schedule a virtual walkthrough via Google Meet for a precise assessment of your moving needs. It’s quick and efficient—perfect for busy schedules.

Update Inventory Online

Prefer managing things yourself? Update your inventory directly through your online account. It’s simple and allows you to adjust details anytime.

Email or Call Us

Send us your item list at info@poseidonmoving.com, or call us at 866-565-1516, and we’ll update your account for you. Ideal for those who want a personal touch.

Free In-Person Quote

Qualify for a free in-person quote if you’re moving from a home with 2+ bedrooms. We’ll come to you to ensure your quote is precise and tailored to your specific needs.

“Non-allowable” is an industry term for hazardous items professional movers will not transport and are those generally considered explosive, flammable or corrosive.

Please do not ask our team to move living organisms such as plants, fish, pets…

Yes, but we are not liable for those items unless they’re properly reported item by item.

Let us know if you have items of extraordinary value and we’ll walk you through valuation options.

During move-out we can generally remove artwork, mounted TVs, and window ACs.

Additional cost applies on dismounting and mounting TV.

Please reach out to your account manager to make sure our team has the right tools during your move.

Yes, our trucks are fully stocked with moving supplies and proper equipment you may need for your move.

If you are not fully packed/prepared for your move please let us know prior to your moving date and we’ll make sure our team has the necessary packing supplies to assist you.

Accessibility
Font Size
Line Height
Letter Spacing
×
GDPR Notice:

This plugin uses cookies to enhance your experience and provide personalized accessibility settings. These cookies are stored in your browser and allow us to remember your preferences for font size, color schemes, and other accessibility features. By using this plugin, you consent to the use of cookies for these purposes. You can delete or block cookies in your browser settings at any time. Please note that doing so may affect your experience on the site.

Wordpress Social Share Plugin powered by Ultimatelysocial