Clovis, CA

Abilene, TX → Clovis, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Abilene to Clovis

About 1,382 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,210–$9,240, delivery in 3–7 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 279 in Clovis.

  • 1,382 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,210–$9,2402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,382 miles (1,171 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
44 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
279 (157 interstate)

Reverse: Clovis → Abilene

The route from Abilene, TX to Clovis, CA covers roughly 1,382 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $6,210 to $9,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Abilene side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 279 around Clovis (157 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Clovis.

Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Clovis about 129,347. Clovis is the denser city (4,729 people per square mile versus 1,173 in Abilene), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Abilene to Clovis

Full-service estimate for 1,382 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,480 $3,030 $3,700
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,730 $4,540 $5,540
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,210 $7,570 $9,240
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,940 $12,120 $14,780
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,660 $16,660 $20,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,020–$2,850

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,250–$3,310

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$6,210–$9,240

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Abilene (origin)

Arim Forwarding INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
278906
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

Emmabuz LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4074734
MC
1548815
Based in
Abilene, TX 79606 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Heavy Motion Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3813269
MC
1377020
Based in
Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Hhh&n LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3668944
MC
1271457
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Faderah Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4409948
MC
1768741
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Bwj Properties LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2837315
MC
1079840
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Prime Pace Solutions LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4500911
Based in
Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Complete Moving And Storage Of Abilene INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2077019
Based in
Abilene, TX 79602 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 44 movers in Abilene

Near Clovis (destination)

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
421535
MC
278865
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2394750
MC
823302
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170808
MC
118217
Based in
Fresno, CA 93727 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2428600
MC
836998
Based in
Fresno, CA 93705 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Go Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2800745
MC
1758995
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Gk Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1879019
MC
677886
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Roop Uk Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3644963
MC
1254075
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Hr 06 Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3330645
MC
1061322
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 279 movers in Clovis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Abilene to Clovis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,700 for a studio, $3,730 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,240 for a two-bedroom, $9,940 to $14,780 for a three-bedroom and $13,660 to $20,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clovis from Abilene?

About 1,382 road miles (1,171 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into California makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Abilene to Clovis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,020 to $2,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,250 to $3,310. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Abilene–Clovis corridor.