--- title: Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Los Angeles url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/south-lake-tahoe-to-los-angeles/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - [Moving to, from and around Truckee, Tahoe and Northern California](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/) - Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Los Angeles # Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Los Angeles South Lake Tahoe to Los Angeles is about 441.5 miles and just over nine hours of free-flow driving, using 271 miles of US 395 on the east side of the Sierra and 118 miles of CA 14. A move inside California runs under O'Brien's California authority, Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's). or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) South Lake Tahoe Los Angeles 442 miles by road - Driving time (free-flow) about 9 h 8 min - Main roads US 395, CA-14, I-405 Truck ## Mountain passes on the way - Kingsbury Grade summit (NV-207) on the route - Conway Summit (US-395) on the route **Both ends of the move (Census ACS 2020-2024)** | Measure | South Lake Tahoe | Los Angeles | | --- | --- | --- | | Population | 21,269 | 3,857,263 | | Median household income | $82,002 | $81,939 | | Median gross rent | $1,606 | $1,933 | | Median home value | $682,400 | $921,200 | | Homes rented | 48.7% | 64% | | Median age | 41 | 37 | Data (read 2026-10-19): [OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive between the two places](https://project-osrm.org/); [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html). Unlike the other routes in this set, this one never goes through Sacramento. The truck heads east out of the basin, then runs south along the Eastern Sierra on US 395 before turning into the Mojave and the Los Angeles basin. The scenery and the weather are different from the valley routes. ## The drive: Kingsbury Grade, US 395 and CA 14 The route leaves the lake over Kingsbury Grade summit on NV-207, passes through Nevada's Carson Valley and joins US 395, which runs along the eastern face of the Sierra. Conway Summit on US 395 is the second pass the builder prints. After 271 miles of US 395, the road becomes CA 14, 118 miles through Antelope Valley toward Los Angeles. Because the route briefly crosses into Nevada, check both NDOT and Caltrans QuickMap in winter. The Eastern Sierra receives snow, high wind and cold, and the high-desert section can have summer heat. Crews load early and watch the forecast. ## How the two ends compare South Lake Tahoe city has a median household income of $82,002, a median gross rent of $1,606 and a median home value of $682,400, with 48.7 percent of households renting. Los Angeles city has a median household income of $81,939, a median gross rent of $1,933 and a median home value of $921,200, with 64 percent renting. The median ages are 41.1 and 37.2. Incomes match nearly to the dollar, so what changes is housing: a lake household moving to Los Angeles typically spends more on rent and shares a building with many more neighbors. ## Booking and authority The move begins and ends in California, so O'Brien's carries it out under the California authority shown in the 'Permitted in California' band. The route's brief stop in Nevada is part of the drive, not a change in the type of move. You book with O'Brien's and the written estimate sets the plan. Consumer guidance for California household goods moves comes from the Bureau of Household Goods and Services. ## What to do before the estimator comes Decide which outdoor gear is going. Boats, bikes and winter equipment take room that a Los Angeles apartment may not have. Anything you cannot place immediately can stay in vault storage from $40 per month at our Sparks warehouse. Read our [8-week moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-checklist/) and the [guide to packing for a move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-to-pack-for-a-move/). Fragile dishes, art and electronics travel better with professional [packing](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/), and your in-home estimate includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Caltrans QuickMap](https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/) - [California Bureau of Household Goods and Services](https://www.bhgs.dca.ca.gov/) - [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey](https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs) ### Licensed movers U.S. DOT No. 30611 MC-109375 Nevada CPCN 1070 Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's) Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955 [Check our USDOT record](https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?searchtype=ANY&query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=USDOT&query_string=30611) · [Ready to Move? (FMCSA)](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/ReadytoMoveBrochure_2022Update.pdf) [Licenses and authority](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Moving to, from and around Truckee, Tahoe and Northern California](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/) - [Movers in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/) - [The 8-week moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-checklist/) - [Free in-home moving estimate (plus 10 free heavy-duty boxes)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/) Moves within California ## Permitted in California O'Brien's Moving & Storage moves households within California under its own authority: Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's). A move between Nevada and California crosses a state line, so it is an interstate move under our federal authority (U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375) instead. Next ## Related routes and guides - [Movers in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/) - [Moving to, from and around Truckee, Tahoe and Northern California](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/) - [Moving from Truckee to Grass Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/truckee-to-grass-valley/) - [Moving from Truckee to Sacramento](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/truckee-to-sacramento/) - [Moving from Truckee to Bay Area](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/truckee-to-bay-area/) - [Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Sacramento](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/south-lake-tahoe-to-sacramento/) - [Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Bay Area](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/south-lake-tahoe-to-bay-area/) - [Moving from Tahoe City to Sacramento](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/tahoe-city-to-sacramento/) Answers ## Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Los Angeles questions Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Does this route pass through Sacramento? No. It goes east over Kingsbury Grade, then south on US 395 and CA 14. ### Which passes does the route cross? Kingsbury Grade summit on NV-207 and Conway Summit on US 395. ### How do I get started? Call 775-359-6683 or ask for a [free in-home estimate](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/). ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. J Judy H. April 7, 2026 I was so satisfied and impressed with O'Brien. My move went perfectly. If I have another move, it will be O'Brien for sure!! ### Owner's reply WE ARE THRILLED TO HEAR THE MOVE WENT SO WELL!!!! Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to let us know. ## Get a long-distance estimate Tell us where you are going. The estimate for a long-distance move starts with a survey of your Reno-area home. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070