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Elk Grove, CA

Arlington, TX → Elk Grove, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Arlington to Elk Grove

About 1,670 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,840–$10,170, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 571 in Elk Grove.

  • 1,670 miroad distance
  • 29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,840–$10,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,670 miles (1,415 straight-line)
Drive time
29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination
571 (310 interstate)

Reverse: Elk Grove → Arlington

Moving from Arlington to Elk Grove is a cross-country move of roughly 1,670 road miles, heading northwest from Texas 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 $6,840 to $10,170 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Arlington side there are 1,724 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (721 of them authorized for interstate work), and 571 around Elk Grove (310 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 Elk Grove.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Elk Grove about 185,007. The two cities have comparable density (4,111 and 4,193 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Arlington to Elk Grove

Full-service estimate for 1,670 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,730 $3,330 $4,070
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,100 $5,000 $6,100
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,840 $8,340 $10,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,940 $13,340 $16,270
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,040 $18,340 $22,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,840–$10,170

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Arlington, TX → Elk Grove, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Arlington (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
160955
MC
180584
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT
1836511
MC
665731
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT
822809
MC
364675
Based in
Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1986353
MC
703067
Based in
North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT
1018527
MC
427093
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3508894
MC
1160787
Based in
Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927239
MC
987973
Based in
Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3977236
MC
1488003
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

Near Elk Grove (destination)

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2147715
MC
799201
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (916) 668-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grocery Outlet INC

USDOT
700726
MC
1528623
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95826 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (510) 338-4218 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rotex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1352052
MC
515740
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (916) 363-3115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kolesnikov Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2884674
MC
968513
Based in
Carmichael, CA 95608 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (916) 882-3917 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Spot Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3468186
MC
1134665
Based in
Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
33 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (916) 995-9808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2973
MC
127007
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95828 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (916) 381-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenline Express Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1454615
MC
549687
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95815 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 744-2811 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2340489
MC
799192
Based in
Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (916) 800-1009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 571 movers in Elk Grove

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arlington to Elk Grove?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,070 for a studio, $4,100 to $6,100 for a one-bedroom, $6,840 to $10,170 for a two-bedroom, $10,940 to $16,270 for a three-bedroom and $15,040 to $22,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elk Grove from Arlington?

About 1,670 road miles (1,415 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arlington to Elk Grove?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 Arlington–Elk Grove corridor.