How long does a move from Los Angeles to Palm Springs take?

Most moves deliver same-day because the route is a short intrastate run. Larger homes, office relocations, or moves requiring storage often deliver next-day. We also time departures around building access windows and can monitor conditions via Caltrans road updates if weather or roadwork affects the corridor.

How much do LA to Palm Springs movers cost?

Pricing depends on inventory, access (stairs/elevator/long carry), packing needs, and specialty items. Move & Care offers flat-rate and hourly options; most LA building moves benefit from flat-rate because it avoids surprises from elevator delays and parking constraints. The fastest way to get an exact number is a free written estimate (video survey available).

How do I verify a mover is properly licensed for a California move?

For California intrastate household moves, you can verify a mover with the state’s Bureau of Household Goods and Services: BHGS consumer guidance and the BHGS license lookup. If a move crosses state lines, verify USDOT registration via FMCSA: FMCSA mover search.

Do I need permits for a moving truck in Los Angeles or Palm Springs?

Sometimes. LA pickups may require a plan for legal curb space, loading, or temporary no-parking signage depending on your street/building. The City of Los Angeles provides guidance for temporary no-parking questions through LADOT: LADOT FAQ. In Palm Springs, if you’re placing a moving container/pod in the public right-of-way, permits and fees are posted by the city here: City of Palm Springs moving container permit. We can help you plan access either way.

Can Move & Care handle packing, storage, and specialty items on this route?

Yes. We offer packing services (full, partial, or fragile-only), storage (short-term or staged delivery), and specialty handling for pianos, safes, fine art, antiques, and heavy items. We also provide disassembly/assembly and white-glove placement at delivery, then remove packing debris before we leave.

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Why Choose Move & Care for
Los Angeles to Palm Springs, CA Moves?

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Move & Care helps families and businesses in Southern California plan their move from Los Angeles to Palm Springs so that it doesn't turn into an all-day headache. We are a licensed and insured moving company, so we take care of everything that can mess up a schedule, like making parking and loading plans, getting building COIs, reserving elevators, and taking care of the desert heat that can ruin electronics, candles, and artwork if you don't prepare properly.

What makes us different is that we do things at a concierge level. We check the backgrounds of all of our professional movers, and every crew has a frontman with at least three years of moving experience. We protect your things with pads, wrap, and careful loading, whether you're moving out of a high-rise in Downtown LA, a hillside home in Hollywood, or a tight driveway in West LA. Then we deliver them to Palm Springs (or anywhere in the Coachella Valley) on the same day or the next day, depending on your schedule. Are you ready to figure out how much it will cost? Ask for a free quote.

Licensed, Insured & DOT-Certified

Move & Care can legally perform interstate moves. We hold a federal USDOT license #3212621 as well as a Massachusetts license: MC #1018431.

Flat Rate

Every Los Angeles to Palm Springs, CA long-distance move is billed at a single, all-inclusive flat rate—the quote you approve is the price you pay, period.

No Hidden Fees

No fuel surcharges, stair fees, or mileage surprises—our itemized quote lays out every cost upfront.

24/7 Scheduling Flexibility

Need an overnight pickup or sunrise delivery? Our crew works around the clock to match building elevator windows and your schedule.

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Trusted support for Los Angeles to Palm Springs, CA moves

Every moves pairs the right crew, permits, and gear to hit your delivery window—with no surprise fees.

Apartments & Condos

Elevator holds, COIs (Certificates of Insurance), tight-curb parking guidance, and long-carry planning keep high-rise moves on schedule.

Homes & Families

Color-coded room labels, safe staging for kids/pets, storage/overnight hold options, and room-by-room set-up for a calm move-in.

Office & Commercial

Sequenced load lists, IT-sensitive packing, dock/elevator window coordination, and COIs for property managers to protect uptime.

Specialty & High-Value Items

Custom crating, premium materials, liftgate trucks, and bespoke pieces (valuation coverage options available).

Los Angeles to Palm Springs Moving Cost & Timeline

How Much Does It Cost to Move from Los Angeles to Palm Springs?

Size of the Move	Typical Flat-Rate Range*	Delivery Window
Studio / Small 1 Bedroom	$950 – $1,900	Same-day
Large 1 Bedroom / Small 2 Bedroom	$1,800 – $2,900	Same-day / Next-day
Large 2 Bedroom	$2,600 – $3,900	Same-day / Next-day
3 Bedroom Apartment / Townhouse	$3,600 – $5,200+	Next-day (or same-day by request)
4 Bedroom or Larger Home / Office	Custom quote	Next-day (or staged delivery)

*Ballpark ranges for moving within California from Los Angeles to Palm Springs. The exact price depends on the items in stock, how easy it is to get to them (stairs, elevators, or long carries), when you need them, and if they are special items.

We give this route two prices, and we'll suggest the one that fits your budget best:

Flat-rate moving (best for most LA buildings): one price in writing so you don't have to worry about traffic, elevator delays, or gate codes.
Hourly moving is best for smaller moves that are easy to get to. It's best if you have a small amount of stuff to move and easy parking and loading.

What is included in your quote?

Route and mileage (most moves go I-10 toward the desert), plus the best time to avoid heavy traffic.
Inventory, which includes big things like sectionals, gym equipment, and big TVs.
Access: elevators, stairs, long carries, narrow streets, reserved docks, and problems with driveways.
Extras include packing, crating, taking things apart and putting them back together, and storing them.
Specialty items include pianos, safes, fine art, antiques, and things that weigh more than 200 pounds.

You can take a free video survey (live or FaceTime) that is quick, accurate, and stress-free.

Do you want a quick estimate before asking for a quote? Moving.com has a cost calculator that can help you double-check your expectations based on the size of your home. Then we fine-tune everything based on your building logistics and inventory: Moving.com has a moving cost calculator.

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Sample LA → Palm Springs Moving Timeline

Most moves from LA to Palm Springs happen the same day, but bigger moves, like those of homes and offices, usually happen the next day.

This is what a normal timeline looks like:

We check on truck access, COI needs, elevator reservations, and any plans for loading and unloading before moving day.
Morning of the move: A crew in uniforms pads and protects furniture, shrink-wraps it when needed, and loads it quickly.
Transit: We run the desert corridor and keep an eye on road conditions, especially through the pass, using Caltrans updates: Road Conditions from Caltrans.
Delivery: We take the beds and tables apart, put them back together, move the furniture where you want it, and clean up the packing materials so you can move in right away.

What to Know Before Moving from Los Angeles to Palm Springs

Heat, timing, and protecting your belongings

Palm Springs moves are different because the heat in the desert changes the risk level for some things. We suggest starting early, loading quickly, and giving extra protection to things that are sensitive to heat, like electronics, vinyl records, candles, cosmetics, and some works of art. The National Weather Service's heat safety guide (NWS Heat Safety) is a good place to start for heat-health advice, especially if you're helping out on site. When making summer plans, you can also look at NWS HeatRisk context.

Parking, loading zones, and building rules (COIs, elevators, HOAs)

When picking up in LA, you often need to plan for narrow streets, street sweeping windows, or a legal place to park the truck. If you need temporary no-parking signs for your building or street, the City of Los Angeles can help you find the right place to ask for them (Special Traffic Control / temporary no-parking questions): LADOT FAQ.

On the Palm Springs side, homeowners associations (HOAs) and condo buildings usually ask for a Certificate of Insurance (COI) and a set delivery time. Palm Springs requires a permit if you want to use a moving pod or container in the public right-of-way. You can find the most up-to-date fees and requirements here: City of Palm Springs: Permit for Moving Containers.

Verify licensing (California intrastate vs interstate registrations)

Your mover should be able to move household goods within California because this is a move from one part of California to another. You can check out a mover by going to the California Bureau of Household Goods and Services (BHGS) website and looking up their license. FMCSA can help you check your USDOT registration if your move ever crosses state lines or your shipment is handled by an interstate authority. Find a Mover Who Is Registered.

Move & Care Services for LA → Palm Springs

Residential moving (apartments, condos, and houses)

We take care of everything from high-rise buildings in Downtown LA to walk-up buildings in Santa Monica to single-family homes in Pasadena.

Moving into an apartment or condo: COIs, elevator reservations, and planning for long carries.
Moving a house: problems with the driveway, protecting the floors, and loading in stages for bigger loads.
Moving seniors and downsizing: careful labeling, putting furniture in the right place, and taking it slow.

Commercial and office moving

Do you want to open a second location in the desert or move your whole team? We plan for dock access, COIs, tight delivery windows, and safe packing for IT and sensitive equipment. We also offer options for moves after hours to cut down on downtime.

Packing, supplies, and fragile-only options

Pick how much help you want:

Full packing (we pack everything for you)
Packing only some things (like the kitchen, closets, or fragile items)
Custom crates for glass, art, and other valuable items

Our packing services also include moving boxes and other supplies. And during your survey, we'll go over a list of things that shouldn't be shipped (things that are dangerous or flammable) so there are no surprises on moving day.

Storage (short-term or staged delivery)

Our moving and storage option keeps your schedule on track if your Palm Springs lease starts after you move out of LA (or if you're remodeling). Climate-aware storage is great for moving in the summer when you have things that are sensitive to heat.

Specialty items and white-glove handling

Do you need help with a piano, a safe, fine art, antiques, or big things? We can set up special handling and placement. Our team also takes apart and puts together furniture and moves it around until the rooms feel right. Then, before we leave, we take away the packing materials.

Service Areas Along the Route

You can pick up in Los Angeles in places like Downtown LA, Hollywood, West LA, Santa Monica, Culver City, Koreatown, Silver Lake, Echo Park, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Pasadena, Long Beach, and more.

Palm Springs delivery areas include Palm Springs itself and the larger Coachella Valley, which includes Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City, La Quinta, Indian Wells, and Desert Hot Springs.