Los Angeles Long-Distance Moving Services
Welcome to Colonial Van Lines, where we combine extensive long-distance moving experience with the personal care of our family-owned business.
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Over the decades, Colonial Van Lines has proven itself as a reliable option for California moving services, completing countless long-distance moves to and from Los Angeles.
We understand the eccentricities of moving in LA and are ready to make your relocation as streamlined and stress-free as possible. There are several unique aspects to moving in Los Angeles, including:
- Narrow, winding, hilly streets may limit truck access. Portions of LA, such as Hollywood Hills, Silver Lake, and Laurel Canyon, are known for their hardy-to-navigate roads. Highly trained drivers, like those at Colonial Van Lines, know how to negotiate even the trickiest streets.
- Oversize parking permits may be necessary in certain areas that restrict parking of vehicles that exceed 22 feet in length or 84 inches in height. We take care of acquiring any necessary parking permits for your LA move.
- LA street parking is strict, with shifting rules and signs that change block by block. Certain streets in LA will function as traffic lanes during busy hours and street parking when it’s quiet — or there’s no parking on street sweeping days.
- Elevator reservations are necessary in some buildings in LA and must be made in advance of your moving day to avoid delays. Check with your building manager to confirm if a reservation is required.
- A Certificate of Insurance (COI) may be required when moving out of a high-rise in Downtown LA or Hollywood. Colonial Van Lines will take care of providing a COI with proof of coverage to ensure a smooth move out of your building.
- HOA rules sometimes restrict the hours when you can actually move. Having an efficient team of movers to make the most of “moving time” is especially important in these cases.
- Some LA apartment parking lots can’t accommodate a moving truck, which means “long-carry” services (carrying items over a longer distance) are in order — something we’re happy to offer our customers at Colonial Van Lines.
- Extra-long driveways and steep hillside stairs may require long-carry services by movers, but that’s not a problem for Colonial.
- LA gets hot in the summer. Moving during this time may take longer due to extra water breaks and a slower pace, but an experienced moving crew will still be able to offer reasonable time estimates during the move.
- Film crews could block your route. It’s LA after all — sometimes a movie might be filmed on your street. Colonial Van Lines knows the City of Angels well, though, so finding another route isn’t a problem.
- Wildfire season could mean road closures or restrictions that affect your moving route. Working with experienced long-distance movers to schedule your move can help avoid this sort of delay.
Los Angeles, CA
Colonial was reasonably priced. They were very communicative and always there to answer my questions. The person I dealt with was so helpful in directing me on what needed to be done and when. All my stuff arrived safely and I'll probably contact Colonial again after Christmas because we're moving the same apartment with this stuff back to our house in Colorado.
Los Angeles, CA
Having found Colonial Van Lines online right when I needed their services, I recognized their name and went with them; My experience with the drivers was excellent; they were friendly, professional, and efficiently got the job done. While the pricing was a bit higher than I would have preferred, it was fair for the service received. Their communication was very clear, as I was well-informed about the timing and expectations. Overall, I found their service to be excellent and would rate them highly.
Los Angeles, CA
I recently hired Colonial Van Lines for my relocation, and I couldn't be happier with their service. The entire team was professional, punctual, and efficient. They handled my belongings with great care and attention to detail. I highly recommend...
Los Angeles, CA
I chose Colonial Van Lines due to the positive reviews I found through an online search, coupled with the competitive rate they offered for my relocation… On the moving day, their team was punctual, which I greatly appreciated. The driver and helper efficiently loaded all my belongings, including boxes and furniture… Throughout the move, there were no hiccups or damage to my items, and everything was delivered within the estimated timeframe of a week.
Los Angeles, CA
Colonial Van Lines was available and quick to respond. They were there in a timely manner. I was relocating from Florida to California, which was no small feat, but Colonial proved reliable. The team focused on moving the big items like my bed and futon, while I had pre-packed the smaller items. A different crew handled the unloading in California, but everything went smoothly. My interaction with customer service was seamless and hassle-free.. Overall, I would highly recommend them based on this experience.
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Popular Long-Distance Moves From Los Angeles
Here are some of the most popular moving routes and destinations for Los Angeles moves.
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Colonial Van Lines has been recognized as one of the top moving companies year after year, and this year is no different. U.S. News & World Report has counted Colonial among the top moving companies of 2025 with special recognition for our highly trained team of movers.
Each of our long-distance movers — whether they’re packers, loaders, or drivers — goes through an intensive two- to four-week training program at Colonial Van Lines University (CVLU). Our staff are trained in our fully furnished demo home on the best long-distance moving practices to ensure a safe and efficient move every time.
Interstate Moving Services
Colonial Van Lines has been a DOT-licensed interstate moving company for over two decades. We simplify the interstate moving process, taking care of the details for you so you can focus on other important aspects of your move with less stress. We offer comprehensive services to handle everything from packing and furniture disassembly/assembly to transportation and storage solutions.
Cross-Country Movers
Our movers are specially trained in every aspect of cross-country moving to ensure your belongings are packed, transported, and delivered safely to your new home. We offer standard full-service moving as well as specialized moving services to address your unique moving needs, whatever they may be.
We offer cross-country moving services for a number of popular Los Angeles moving routes, including:
- Moving from Los Angeles to New York
- Moving from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
- Moving from Los Angeles to San Diego
- Moving from Los Angeles to Miami
- Moving from Los Angeles to San Francisco
- Moving from Los Angeles to Austin
- Moving from Los Angeles to Chicago
- Moving from LA to Seattle
Customizable Full-Service Moving
Colonial Van Lines delivers full-service moving to every customer for every move. This includes loading, unloading, furniture assembly and disassembly, and furniture protection with pad-wrapping. However, when you’re moving out of a city like Los Angeles, you may need more help.
To save you time and stress during your LA move, we offer a variety of additional services like:
- Professional packing services
- Additional insurance protection options
- Automobile shipping
- Storage services
- Moving supplies
- Specialty item moving services for antiques and large pieces (e.g., pianos, pool tables, hot tubs)
- And more
From Our Blog: Long-Distance Moving Tips From the Experts
To help you prepare for your LA move, start with our handy moving checklist and these pro packing and moving tip guides from our blog.
It can cost anywhere from $3,500–$6,500 to complete a long-distance move from Los Angeles for the average two-bedroom home. The exact cost will depend on a number of factors, such as how much stuff you’re moving, when you’re moving, and how far. To give you a better idea of what to expect, here are some popular moving routes out of LA with moving cost estimates.
- Cross-Country Moving from Los Angeles to New York: $6,000–$7,000
- Long-Distance Moving from Los Angeles to San Francisco: $1,800–$4,000
- Interstate Moving from Los Angeles to Austin: $4,500–$5,500
LA’s famous traffic can cause delays and increased moving costs due to additional fuel consumption and time spent on the road. Hiring reputable full-service movers, like Colonial Van Lines, can help you avoid surprise fees as they’ll take these factors into account when preparing your moving quote.
Moving trucks should be able to access homes in the Hollywood Hills and canyon areas, particularly when operated by experienced full-service movers. However, if a road is inaccessible by a large moving truck, a shuttle service may be required to transport items between the home and the truck.
Many apartment buildings in LA require elevator reservations and a Certificate of Insurance (COI) from the movers. Some even impose restricted hours for moving, adding yet another hurdle to moving in LA. It’s important to speak with your building’s management team before your move to ensure you understand any rules that may apply.
While a smaller truck (10- or 12-ft long) makes navigating LA neighborhoods with narrow streets or steep driveways easier, it may not be large enough to accommodate all of your belongings for your long-distance move. If necessary, a smaller vehicle can be used to transport items between your home and a more suitably-sized, larger moving truck. A professional driver will often have no trouble navigating smaller residential streets in Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles Neighborhoods We Service
From downtown high-rises to hillside homes, we service the following Los Angeles communities and more.
Thousand Oaks | Westlake Village | Sherman Oaks | Woodland Hills | Irvine | Anaheim | Long Beach | Rancho Cucamonga | Temecula | Ontario | Santa Barbara | Montecito | Santa Monica | Pasadena | Hollywood | Malibu | Burbank | Venice Beach | Huntington Beach | Santa Clarita | Palmdale | Northridge | Encino | Studio City | Beverly Hills | West Hollywood | Silver Lake | Westwood | Cheviot Hills | Los Feliz | Culver City | Echo Park | Riverside