Augusta, GA → Modesto, CA · Cross-country move
About 2,589 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,450–$12,580, delivery in 7–14 days, 200 carriers on the Augusta side and 392 in Modesto.
Moving from Augusta to Modesto is a cross-country move of roughly 2,589 road miles, heading west from Georgia 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 $8,450 to $12,580 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 45 hours (6 driving days).
On the Augusta side there are 200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 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.
Augusta has a population of about 201,999 and Modesto about 219,652. Modesto is the denser city (5,081 people per square mile versus 668 in Augusta), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Georgia, 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 | $3,380 | $4,120 | $5,030 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,070 | $6,190 | $7,550 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $8,450 | $10,310 | $12,580 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $13,530 | $16,500 | $20,120 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $18,600 | $22,680 | $27,670 |
$3,560–$5,030
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,330–$4,900
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$8,450–$12,580
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Augusta, GA → 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.
Legal name: Thompson & Webster LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,380 to $5,030 for a studio, $5,070 to $7,550 for a one-bedroom, $8,450 to $12,580 for a two-bedroom, $13,530 to $20,120 for a three-bedroom and $18,600 to $27,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,589 road miles (2,194 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 hours (6 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Georgia 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 $3,560 to $5,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,330 to $4,900. 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 Augusta–Modesto corridor.