Orange County movers, long distance and local, served from San Diego
Orange County moves, priced in writing.
The short version: One Stop Moving & Storage serves every Orange County city from its only office, in Sorrento Valley, San Diego. Local moves are $139 an hour for two movers and a truck. Long-distance moves go on a dedicated truck with one written price per destination; call (858) 633-8600 for today’s price. Licensed CAL-190616 and USDOT 1956864, since 2008. Updated October 2026.
- No Orange County office: crews and trucks come from 6260 Marindustry Dr, San Diego
- Outside San Diego County, the 4-hour minimum covers loading and unloading, not drive time
- No stair fees, 50 free boxes and a written Not-to-Exceed price
- Google 4.3 stars from about 269 reviews, BBB A+
Since 2008
Moving San Diego
CAL-190616
California mover license
USDOT 1956864
Interstate, MC 694565
BBB A+
Better Business Bureau
98%
Of our customers come back (company records)
7 days
7 AM–7 PM, phone open 24 hours
Local moves
How much do movers cost in Orange County?
Local Orange County moves cost $139 an hour for two movers and a truck, $189 for three, up to $339 for six, the same every day. Drive time between addresses is billed by the hour on top.
Every local move gets a written Not-to-Exceed price before moving day. After the minimum, billing runs in 15-minute increments.
Your estimate says whether you need a second truck. A deposit holds your date on small and large moves alike, and rescheduling is free.
Crew rates
The rest of the bill
Included at $0
- 50 moving boxes$0
- Blankets, padding and shrink wrap$0
- Floor and door protection$0
- Wardrobe boxes to use on move day$0
- Stairs, any number of flights$0
Rates from One Stop’s published tariff. Your written estimate shows every line before you book.
By home size
How much does an Orange County move cost by home size?
A studio takes two movers about 4 hours to load and unload, $556 in labor. A two-bedroom takes 2–3 movers 4–7 hours ($556–$1,323). The table shows San Diego County figures. For Orange County, add drive time between addresses by the hour and fuel.
| Home | Crew and hours | Labor (San Diego County figures) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers, 4 hours | $556 |
| 1 bedroom | 2–3 movers, 4–5 hours | $556–$945 |
| 2 bedrooms | 2–3 movers, 4–7 hours | $556–$1,323 |
| 3 bedrooms | 3 movers, 1–2 trucks, 4–9 hours | $756–$1,951 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3–5 movers, 1–2 trucks, 4–8 hours | $756–$2,562 |
| 5 bedrooms | 4–6 movers, 1–3 trucks, 4–10 hours | $956–$3,890 |
| 6 bedrooms | 5–6 movers, 5–11 hours | $1,445–$4,229 |
Source: One Stop’s crew planning table. Stairs, the walk to the truck, elevators and how much is packed before the crew arrives decide where you land.
Long distance
How much does a long-distance move from Orange County cost?
Most long-distance moves go on a truck dedicated to your move, with one price per destination. From our San Diego base: Las Vegas $4,000, Phoenix $4,200, San Francisco $5,000, Dallas $10,600. For an Orange County pickup, call (858) 633-8600 for today’s price.
Comparing long-distance moving companies? One Stop moves Orange County households out of state on a dedicated truck, 1–2 days in transit to Phoenix or Las Vegas. Every price, route and transit time is on our long-distance moving page.
A smaller load can ride on a shared truck at $11 per cubic foot, with a 400 cubic foot minimum ($4,400) and delivery within 21 days.
If a big truck can’t reach the door, a shuttle truck is $750. An elevator building is $350. Moves to Los Angeles are billed by the hour; moves to the Bay Area get today’s price in writing.
Moving to Arizona? See moving to Arizona for cities and routes.
Dedicated truck, today’s prices
| Destination | Days in transit |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 1–2 |
| Phoenix, Mesa, Prescott | 1–2 |
| Las Vegas, Henderson, Carson City | 1–2 |
| St. George, Springdale, Salt Lake City | 2–3 |
| Austin, Dallas, Houston | 3–4 |
Rates and transit times from One Stop’s published tariff. Cities not listed are quoted in writing. One Stop moves nationwide.
Nearby routes
Do you move between Orange County, San Diego and LA?
Yes, both ways. Moves inside Orange County and between Orange County and San Diego run at the hourly crew rates, with drive time and fuel added. Moves to or from Los Angeles run at the same hourly rates.
Inside Orange County
Irvine to Newport Beach, Anaheim to Tustin. Hourly crew rates, written Not-to-Exceed price.
Local moving ratesOrange County to San Diego
Moving south to Carlsbad, Oceanside or La Jolla? Hourly crew rates, with drive time and fuel added. Our guide covers the same route the other way.
San Diego to Orange County guideOrange County and Los Angeles
Hourly crew rates, with drive time and fuel added.
Get an LA quoteWhere we move
Which Orange County cities do you serve?
Every Orange County city, from San Clemente to Brea. Most OC move-day problems are access: HOA move windows, high-rise elevators and beach parking. Tell us about your building when you book and the crew plans for it.
Irvine
Planned-community HOA move windows, gated access codes, elevator reservations and high-density residential buildings.
Newport Beach and Laguna Beach
Oceanfront homes with steep driveways, HOA rules and high-value belongings that need the right wrapping and the right insurance.
Huntington Beach
Beach parking limits, narrow alleys, weekend tourist traffic and HOA parking windows, planned ahead.
Anaheim and Santa Ana
Apartments, condos and single-family homes where a tight schedule and a clear price matter.
Mission Viejo and Lake Forest
South OC townhomes and multi-story homes with interior staircases and active HOAs. No stair fees.
Yorba Linda and Brea
North OC hillside homes with long driveways and large furniture.
Costa Mesa and Garden Grove
Apartment moves, office moves and business moves scheduled around your hours.
Fullerton and Tustin
College-area timing, tight move-in windows and shared building access.
Also served
Orange, Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, San Clemente and every other city in the county. See all areas we serve.
Reviews
What do Orange County customers say?
One Stop has 4.3 stars on Google from about 269 reviews, and 98% of our customers come back (company records). Here are three Orange County customers in their own words.
Irvine → Newport Beach
“Moved our entire family from Irvine to Newport Beach. The crew was on time, professional, and handled everything with care, including our piano and art collection. Not a single scratch. Will absolutely use again.”
Office move, Anaheim
“OS Moving handled our office relocation in Anaheim with zero downtime. They worked around our business hours, wrapped every piece of equipment carefully, and had us fully operational in our new space by end of day.”
Emergency move, Huntington Beach
“Used OS Moving for a last-minute emergency move in Huntington Beach when another company cancelled on us the morning of our move. They had a crew available same day, showed up on time, and charged exactly what they quoted.”
Storage
Can I store my things during an Orange County move?
Yes. Short-term storage during a move is included. For longer stays, storage units for Orange County customers run from $275 a month for a 5×10 to $785 for a 10×30, billed monthly. Loading into storage is $750 per truck, and each access visit is $75.
Furniture, art and anything sensitive to heat can go in vaults kept at 68–72°F with humidity control. Vaults use the same monthly prices as storage units.
The storage deposit is $100 or 10%. Months are not prorated.
Storage units, Orange County
Unit prices from One Stop’s published tariff. Tell us what you are storing and your estimate names the unit size.
Your rights
What rules apply to an Orange County move?
A move from Orange County to anywhere in California is regulated by the state Bureau of Household Goods and Services, which has licensed movers since 1 July 2018. The mover must see your things before a written estimate. Basic valuation pays $0.60 a pound per article. Moves out of state follow federal rules.
| Rule | What it means for you | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing | Every household mover in California needs a state license. Check ours, CAL-190616, on the state lookup. | DCA license search |
| Estimates | A written estimate can only be given after a visual inspection of what is moving. | Max 4 tariff, Item 108 |
| Valuation | Basic coverage pays $0.60 per pound per article, at no charge. A 100-lb dresser is covered for $60. | Max 4 tariff, Item 136 |
| Price cap | One Stop gives every local move a written Not-to-Exceed price. | One Stop policy |
| Out of state | Interstate moves follow federal rules. Virtual surveys are allowed since 31 Oct 2022, and a physical survey can be waived in writing. | 49 CFR 375.401 |
Federal rules for interstate moves: 49 CFR Part 375. One Stop holds USDOT 1956864 and MC 694565.
Questions
Orange County moving questions
Short answers. Prices, booking, packing, storage and your rights are covered in full in our FAQ.
All moving questionsDo you have an office in Orange County?
No. Orange County is a service area. Our only office and warehouse is at 6260 Marindustry Dr STE B, San Diego, CA 92121, in Sorrento Valley, and our trucks come to you. One Stop has been moving since 2008.
How much do movers cost in Orange County?
Local Orange County moves are $139 an hour for two movers and a truck, $189 for three, up to $339 for six. Drive time between addresses is billed by the hour on top, and there are no stair fees.
Is there a minimum for Orange County moves?
Yes, 4 hours. After the minimum, billing runs in 15-minute increments.
Do you charge travel time to Orange County?
Yes. Drive time between your pickup and drop-off is billed by the hour. Every travel charge shows on your written estimate before you book.
Do I need a second truck for a 3-bedroom house in Irvine?
Sometimes. A 3-bedroom home is planned with 3 movers and 1 to 2 trucks. Your estimate says whether you need a second truck.
How much does a long-distance move from Orange County cost?
It depends on the destination. From our San Diego base, a dedicated truck is $4,000 to Las Vegas, $4,200 to Phoenix and $5,000 to San Francisco. For an Orange County pickup, call (858) 633-8600 for today’s price.
How long does a move from Orange County to Phoenix, Las Vegas or Texas take?
Phoenix and Las Vegas are 1–2 days in transit. St. George and Salt Lake City are 2–3 days. Austin, Dallas and Houston are 3–4 days.
Do you move from Orange County to San Diego?
Yes. Those moves run at the hourly crew rates, with drive time and fuel added. Our San Diego to Orange County moving guide covers the same route in the other direction.
Do you handle HOA and high-rise moves?
Yes. Tell us the building’s rules when you book. We plan around HOA move windows, gate codes and elevator reservations. One Stop carries $1M general liability and $1M workers’ comp coverage.
Are there stair fees?
No. There are no stair fees, at either end. Stairs only change the crew size and the hours on your estimate.
How many free boxes do I get?
50 moving boxes come free with every move. Blankets, padding, shrink wrap, floor and door protection, and wardrobe boxes for move day are included too.
How far ahead should I book an Orange County move?
From May to September, book about 3 weeks ahead. The rest of the year, about 10 days is usually enough. Rescheduling is free. The phone line is open 24 hours at (858) 633-8600.
Do you offer storage for Orange County moves?
Yes. Short-term storage during a move is included. Storage units for Orange County customers run from $275 a month (5×10) to $785 (10×30), and climate-controlled vaults use the same monthly prices.
How do I choose between long distance moving companies in Orange County?
Compare four things: whether your household rides alone on a dedicated truck, how the price is set, the delivery window and the USDOT number. One Stop Moving & Storage serves Orange County from San Diego, holds USDOT 1956864 and MC 694565, and puts the price for your destination in writing before you book.
Talk to a person
Get a written price for your Orange County move
Tell us the two addresses and what’s moving. You get the crew size, the hours and a Not-to-Exceed price in writing, free, usually within hours. The phone line is open 24 hours.