Astoria, OR → Modesto, CA · Long-distance move
About 718 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,570–$6,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 11 carriers on the Astoria side and 392 in Modesto.
Modesto sits about 718 miles south of Astoria, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oregon to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.
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 $4,570 to $6,800 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 5 min.
On the Astoria side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Modesto (205 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 Modesto.
Astoria has a population of about 10,000 and Modesto about 219,652. Modesto is the denser city (5,081 people per square mile versus 1,667 in Astoria), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oregon, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,830 | $2,230 | $2,720 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,740 | $3,340 | $4,080 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,570 | $5,570 | $6,800 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $7,310 | $8,920 | $10,880 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $10,060 | $12,260 | $14,960 |
$1,040–$1,460
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,660–$2,440
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,570–$6,800
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Astoria, OR → Modesto, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,830 to $2,720 for a studio, $2,740 to $4,080 for a one-bedroom, $4,570 to $6,800 for a two-bedroom, $7,310 to $10,880 for a three-bedroom and $10,060 to $14,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 718 road miles (608 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 5 min.
Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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.
Yes. Crossing from Oregon 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,660 to $2,440. 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.
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 Astoria–Modesto corridor.