Moving between Los Angeles and New York City is a 2,790-mile cross-country move, the longest moving route in the continental US for east coast destinations. Moishe's has been moving New Yorkers since 1983, and we handle the LA-NYC corridor regularly. We pick up at your Los Angeles address, whether that is a Mid-Wilshire apartment, a Hollywood condo, a Westside single-family home, or a Silver Lake bungalow, and transport coast-to-coast on the I-80 corridor system. We deliver in NYC with crews who understand both ends of the journey: in LA, dry-heat-aware loading and protection during transit through the Southwest desert; in NYC, Certificate of Insurance paperwork, freight elevator reservations, parking permits, and the access protocols of pre-war walk-ups and modern high-rises. Your belongings stay on the same truck and with the same crew from LA pickup to NYC delivery, with a typical 5 to 7 day transit window.
Why Choose Moishe's for Your LA-NYC Move
NYC Arrival Expertise
Most cross-country movers know how to drive a truck. Fewer know what to do once they arrive in Manhattan. We coordinate COI submission, freight elevator reservations, and parking permits as standard practice, not as an add-on.
Direct Service Coast-to-Coast
Your belongings stay on the same truck and with the same crew from LA pickup to NYC delivery. No third-party transfers, no warehouse swaps, no carrier handoffs across all 2,790 miles. Same team, same accountability coast-to-coast.
Flat-Rate Pricing
Cross-country moves quoted flat-rate based on inventory and access conditions, not by the hour or by the mile. You know the price before move day. No surprise fees at delivery.
Moishe's Moving is licensed and insured under USDOT 587098, NY DOT 12853, and NJ 39PM000865. As a fully insured interstate carrier, we handle the LA-NYC cross-country corridor with proper authority on both ends.
Customer Reviews from LA-NYC Moves
We have moved many households between LA and NYC over the years. Below, one customer's experience moving into a Brooklyn co-op, along with recent verified reviews from across our operations.
I used Moishe's to move into my Brooklyn apartment eight years ago and recalled a positive experience, so I contacted them again for a move a few weeks ago. The team arrived precisely on time, to the minute. They moved quickly, carefully, and effectively, and had the apartment packed up and loaded into the truck at exactly the estimated time.
We live in a large co-op and have a doorman and a super that can have exacting standards. Their feedback about the professionalism of the moving crew was very positive as well.
Our things are now in storage, and we will be moving back into our apartment in a couple of months post-renovation. I would highly recommend Moishe's for any move.
— Josh B., LA to Brooklyn co-op move
Reviews from customers who moved with us between LA and NYC are typically captured under our New York or Jersey City location profiles, since those are our operational hubs. The Yelp and Google links in the page footer aggregate reviews across our active locations.
What to Expect on a Los Angeles to NYC Move
Every cross-country move follows the same four stages, with our coordinator handling the details at each step.
1. Booking and Pre-Move
Most LA-NYC cross-country moves are booked 6 to 10 weeks in advance due to the longer corridor distance and route planning. We handle a virtual or in-home estimate, lock the date, prepare the Certificate of Insurance (COI) for your NYC building, and confirm the delivery window. Our move coordinator stays your single point of contact through the move.
2. Origin Day in Los Angeles
Crew arrives at your Los Angeles address with professional padding, blankets, and packing materials chosen for cross-country transit. Mid-Wilshire apartments, Hollywood condos, Westside single-family homes, Valley properties, and Silver Lake bungalows all handled. We disassemble large furniture, wrap each item, and create an inventory before loading. Loading typically takes 3 to 6 hours for a one-bedroom to three-bedroom move.
3. Cross-Country Transit
The LA to NYC drive is 2,790 miles, typically 5 to 7 days by truck. The I-80 corridor passes through Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Summer transit through the Southwest desert requires heat-aware loading techniques our crews apply as standard practice. Your move stays on a single truck with the same crew end-to-end. No third-party transfer, no items shifted between regional carriers, no broker involvement.
4. NYC Delivery and Storage
On NYC arrival after 5 to 7 days transit, we coordinate freight elevator reservations, COI submission 48 to 72 hours in advance, and building access scheduling. LA to NYC moves typically deliver within a 5 to 7 day window after pickup. Need a gap between pickup and delivery? Climate-controlled storage is available at our NYC-area facility for art, antiques, and sensitive items.
Services for Your LA to NYC Move
Residential and Apartment Moves
Full-service residential moves from Los Angeles to any NYC borough, including COI handling and building coordination.
Learn more →Commercial and Office Moves
Business relocations between LA and NYC with minimal downtime, weekend scheduling available.
Learn more →Packing and Unpacking
Full-service packing on the Los Angeles side and unpacking in NYC, with professional materials and custom crates for fragile items.
Learn more →White Glove Service
Specialized handling for art, antiques, pianos, and high-value items along the LA-NYC cross-country corridor.
Learn more →LA to NYC Moves: Frequently Asked Questions
The questions our move coordinators hear most often from customers planning a cross-country LA-NYC relocation.
How much does a move from LA to NYC cost?
Cost depends on volume, date, and packing scope. Distance (2,790 miles), origin building access in Los Angeles, and NYC destination requirements (COI, parking permits, freight elevator hours) all influence the final quote. Off-season weekday moves run lower than peak summer weekends. Cross-country moves require more planning lead time than regional corridors. Request a free in-home or virtual estimate for an exact figure based on your inventory.
How long does an LA to NYC move take in transit?
The drive between LA and NYC is approximately 2,790 miles, typically 5 to 7 days by truck. The I-80 corridor passes through Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. We coordinate origin loading and NYC delivery so your belongings stay with our crew the entire route, with no third-party transfer.
What does NYC require on arrival?
Most NYC residential buildings require a Certificate of Insurance (COI) before move-in, often listing the building, management company, and owner as additional insured. We submit COIs 48 to 72 hours in advance at no extra charge. Buildings may also require freight elevator reservations during specific windows, parking permits, and adherence to weekday move-in hours.
How is the move insured?
Interstate moves are covered by Released Value Protection by default, with the option to upgrade to Full Value Protection for higher coverage. We are licensed under USDOT 587098 as a fully insured interstate carrier. Specific coverage details and limits are reviewed with you during the estimate, so you know exactly what is covered before signing.
Can we store belongings between LA pickup and NYC delivery?
Yes. We offer storage transitions for customers whose lease dates do not align, who are between apartments, or who want delivery delayed until renovations finish. We pick up in Los Angeles, store at our NYC-area facility, and deliver when you are ready. Climate-controlled options are available for art, antiques, and sensitive items.
Do you handle packing on the LA side?
Yes. We offer full-service packing, partial packing, and unpacking on both ends of the move. Crews bring professional materials, including boxes, padding, and custom crates for fragile or oversized items, and pack on the Los Angeles origin day before loading. White-glove packing is available for art, antiques, and high-value pieces.
How is delivery scheduled in NYC?
Once your belongings are loaded in Los Angeles, we provide a delivery window and coordinate building access in NYC ahead of arrival. LA to NYC moves typically deliver within a 5 to 7 day window after pickup. Your move coordinator stays in contact throughout transit and confirms exact arrival timing once routing is set.
Ready to Move Between LA and NYC?
Request a free estimate based on your inventory and dates. We handle COI, freight elevator coordination, and the full LA to NYC cross-country corridor.
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