Auburn, AL → Fairfield, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Auburn to Fairfield

About 2,454 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,920–$11,790, delivery in 7–14 days, 77 carriers on the Auburn side and 112 in Fairfield.

2,454 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,920–$11,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Auburn, Alabama
To: Fairfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,454 miles (2,080 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 77 (40 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Fairfield → Auburn

Fairfield sits about 2,454 miles west of Auburn, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,920 to $11,790 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 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Auburn side there are 77 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (40 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Fairfield (39 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 Fairfield.

Auburn has a population of about 80,000 and Fairfield about 122,489. Fairfield is the denser city (2,882 people per square mile versus 1,219 in Auburn), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Auburn to Fairfield

Full-service estimate for 2,454 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,170	$3,860	$4,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,750	$5,800	$7,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,920	$9,660	$11,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,670	$15,460	$18,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,430	$21,250	$25,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,420–$4,830

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

Portable container

$3,210–$4,720

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

Full-service mover

$7,920–$11,790

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Auburn (origin)

Lambert Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 105783
MC: 60083
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 745-5706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cjr Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1416474
MC: 524357
Based in: Auburn, AL 36832 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 887-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Room2room Movers Auburn LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4551493
MC: 1807653
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (334) 740-6184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Guys Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3141732
MC: 99697
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (334) 610-1593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Retriever Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4092410
MC: 1559321
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (334) 300-3138 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calixto & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4471066
MC: 1764614
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (334) 413-8822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Randy Cottier

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 915147
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (334) 332-4975 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&ew Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&ew Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1452911
MC: 549044
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 663-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Auburn

Near Fairfield (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Deep Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2265911
MC: 775642
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (707) 718-0778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cassil Freight And Warehousing

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cassil Freight INC

USDOT: 405048
MC: 121842
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 437-7350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Metropolitan Van & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Metropolitan Van & Storage INC

USDOT: 222569
MC: 138536
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (707) 745-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & B Logistic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1195990
MC: 476562
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (707) 224-3657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3120644
MC: 87764
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (888) 889-6872 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Fairfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Auburn to Fairfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,170 to $4,710 for a studio, $4,750 to $7,070 for a one-bedroom, $7,920 to $11,790 for a two-bedroom, $12,670 to $18,860 for a three-bedroom and $17,430 to $25,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairfield from Auburn?

About 2,454 road miles (2,080 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 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 Alabama 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 Auburn to Fairfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,420 to $4,830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,210 to $4,720. 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 Auburn–Fairfield corridor.