Annapolis, MD → Visalia, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Annapolis to Visalia

About 2,747 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,200–$13,690, delivery in 7–14 days, 199 carriers on the Annapolis side and 150 in Visalia.

2,747 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,200–$13,6902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Annapolis, Maryland
To: Visalia, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,747 miles (2,328 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 199 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 150 (54 interstate)

Reverse: Visalia → Annapolis

Moving from Annapolis to Visalia is a cross-country move of roughly 2,747 road miles, heading west from Maryland to California.

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 $9,200 to $13,690 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Annapolis side there are 199 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (100 of them authorized for interstate work), and 150 around Visalia (54 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 Visalia.

Annapolis has a population of about 41,000 and Visalia about 146,541. Annapolis is considerably denser (5,664 people per square mile versus 3,730), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Maryland, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Annapolis to Visalia

Full-service estimate for 2,747 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,680	$4,490	$5,480
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,520	$6,730	$8,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,200	$11,220	$13,690
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,720	$17,950	$21,900
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,240	$24,690	$30,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,870–$5,470

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

Portable container

$3,470–$5,110

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

Full-service mover

$9,200–$13,690

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Annapolis (origin)

Dd&s Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 361802
MC: 326288
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (202) 696-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Red Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3440755
MC: 1130653
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21409 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 48 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (410) 703-3998 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parks Excavating & Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 942867
MC: 1682505
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (410) 867-0357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dafi

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Deale Aquaculture Farm INC

USDOT: 842049
MC: 1026604
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (240) 351-3009 Route Verify on FMCSA

B T Curtis Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 828375
MC: 526326
Based in: Crownsville, MD 21032 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (410) 787-8385 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-One Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1039352
MC: 461680
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (410) 729-1729 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tomi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4150525
MC: 1641330
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (301) 456-5407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pretty Little Wedding Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pretty Little Weddings LLC

USDOT: 3560128
MC: 1668215
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (410) 310-0396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 199 movers in Annapolis

Near Visalia (destination)

Hank Van Heeringen

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry Van Heeringen

USDOT: 1362147
Based in: Visalia, CA 93291 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (559) 733-1868 Route Verify on FMCSA

C Duran Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 830269
MC: 376158
Based in: Tulare, CA 93274 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (559) 967-3432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bhullar Freightlines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3252571
MC: 1023919
Based in: Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 653-9009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agostini Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2423168
MC: 834759
Based in: Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Route Verify on FMCSA

Emperor Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251233
MC: 1099802
Based in: Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (559) 747-9675 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Legacy Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2931177
MC: 989780
Based in: Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 494-6956 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sanchez Elite Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3685395
Based in: Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (559) 280-1640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingsburg Logistic Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357206
MC: 1077764
Based in: Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 305-2090 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 150 movers in Visalia

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Visalia accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Annapolis to Visalia?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,680 to $5,480 for a studio, $5,520 to $8,210 for a one-bedroom, $9,200 to $13,690 for a two-bedroom, $14,720 to $21,900 for a three-bedroom and $20,240 to $30,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Visalia from Annapolis?

About 2,747 road miles (2,328 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Maryland 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 Annapolis to Visalia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,870 to $5,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,470 to $5,110. 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 Annapolis–Visalia corridor.