Moving from Long Beach to Downtown LA is a local move — typically 3–6 hours depending on home size and parking. Best Movers LA runs this route regularly and knows what to plan for on both ends.
Long beach waterfront condos, belmont shore apartments and craftsman blocks. Belmont Shore parking is tight — early morning starts recommended.
Dtla high-rises, arts district lofts and historic core apartments. Freight elevator reservations needed 48–72h ahead for most DTLA towers.
| Home Size | Est. Hours | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.5–3.5 hrs | $248–$347 |
| 1-Bedroom | 3–5 hrs | $297–$495 |
| 2-Bedroom | 5–7 hrs | $495–$693 |
| 3-Bedroom | 7–9 hrs | $693–$891 |
Rate: $88/hr · 2 movers + truck · 2-hour minimum. Drive time between Long Beach and Downtown LA (I-710 connects Long Beach to DTLA in 30–45 minutes off-peak) is included in the clock.
Most Long Beach to Downtown LA moves cost $300–$650 total (3–6 hours at $88/hr for 2 movers + truck). The exact time depends on home size, stairs, and parking at both ends.
Typically 3–5 hours for a 1-bedroom, 5–7 hours for a 2-bedroom. Belmont Shore parking is tight — early morning starts recommended.
Yes — we plan parking at both ends before move day. Freight elevator reservations needed 48–72h ahead for most DTLA towers. We pull temporary no-parking permits when needed.
Leaving Long Beach can mean a downtown high-rise or a beach apartment, each with its own dock, elevator and salt-air considerations. Arriving in DTLA means tower logistics — dock reservations, elevator windows and COIs — handled before the truck rolls. We schedule the freeway leg outside rush windows, since the drive between them is billed double under CPUC rules.
Call for a free quote — most moves booked within 48 hours.
Call (213) 679-6844