($1,628+) Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY Movers
The cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY ranges from $1,426 to $13,118, with an average cost of $4,950. Moves can be as low as $1,628 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 2,801 miles and usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY
Moving options from Los Angeles to Yonkers fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,426 - $13,118 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,950, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 2,801 miles and typically takes 7 to 21 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,801-mile route from Los Angeles to Yonkers, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,426 - $6,231 | $1,972 - $3,955 | $1,709 - $3,062 | $1,775 - $3,383 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $4,384 - $8,550 | $2,767 - $5,454 | $1,728 - $3,909 | $2,004 - $4,319 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $7,856 - $13,118 | $3,455 - $7,139 | $2,340 - $4,797 | $2,793 - $6,193 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,801-mile move from Los Angeles, California, to Yonkers, New York, with prices running from $1,426 - $13,118. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $480 - $3,200 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Los Angeles and Yonkers are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Los Angeles movers tend to run around $200 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to Yonkers:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,426 - $6,231
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,384 - $8,550
- 4+ bedrooms: $7,856 - $13,118
Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Los Angeles to Yonkers.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to New York. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY
Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Yonkers, 94% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $800 - $8,000 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready88% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $320 - $1,920/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $480 - $3,840 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage41% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,600 - $4,800 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $4,000 - $16,000 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,198 - $2,277 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items68% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,600 - $4,000 |
| Piano | Any piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,280 - $5,600 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling43% of local movers | $480 - $2,400 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect30% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,040 - $3,200 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $480 - $24,000+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $480 - $5,600+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Yonkers?
Movers licensed to operate in New York are typically members of the New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Los Angeles, CA. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY
Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Yonkers, New York, cost between $1,972 and $7,139. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Los Angeles typically runs around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Yonkers:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,972 - $3,955
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,767 - $5,454
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,455 - $7,139
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Los Angeles, CA and Yonkers, NY. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
- Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $1,120 in Los Angeles, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $120 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $240 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
- Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to New York move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,972. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,767 - $5,454, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to Yonkers?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Los Angeles to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Los Angeles:
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
- Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,801 miles from Los Angeles, California, to Yonkers, New York, running $1,709 - $4,797. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,426 - $1,630
- Daily insurance: $48/day
- Equipment rentals: $11 - $32
- Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles to Yonkers based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,709 - $3,062
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,728 - $3,909
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,340 - $4,797
Pro tip: A rental truck from Los Angeles to Yonkers looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $1,709 - $4,797. But once you factor in fuel ($1,426 - $1,630) , overnight lodging ($240/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate suggests. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $240 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
- Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Los Angeles, California, usually costs about $1,120 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 2,801-mile drive falls between $1,426 and $1,630, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $80 and $480 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Yonkers?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)
The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.
Freight trailer costs from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY
If you're moving a larger household from Los Angeles, California, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Yonkers, New York.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $2,004 and $4,319.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Yonkers:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,775 - $3,383
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,004 - $4,319
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,793 - $6,193
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Los Angeles, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,120.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $120 and $240 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Yonkers?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Yonkers fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA vs Yonkers, NY
Day-to-day costs in Yonkers are close to what you're used to in Los Angeles: cost of living index of 157 versus 162, with average rent of $2,700/mo compared to $2,960/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 69/100 and 46.19/100 in Los Angeles versus 69/100 and 71.66/100 in Yonkers.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Yonkers, NY to Los Angeles, CA guide.
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Our take
For a move from Los Angeles, CA, to Yonkers, NY, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,426 for a studio to $13,118 for a 4 - 5 bedroom home on the 2,801-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,972 - $7,139. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,709 - $4,797, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $4,384 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Leake and Watts Services and Yonkers Contracting.
FAQs: Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to Yonkers, NY
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY?
Costs on this route range from around $1,426 to $13,118, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,426 and $13,118, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What do local movers charge in Los Angeles?
Local movers based in Los Angeles typically start around $200 as a base rate, plus $100/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Yonkers run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How do I know a mover is licensed in New York?
New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations.
What are the best neighborhoods in Yonkers?
For families, Cedar Knolls, Park Hill, and Northwest Yonkers are worth a look in Yonkers. If you're moving solo or without kids, Getty Square, Cedar Knolls, and Park Hill tend to be popular picks instead.
What percentage of Los Angeles movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 79% of movers in Los Angeles handle piano moves, and 68% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
