Bakersfield, CA → Concord, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Bakersfield to Concord

About 3,022 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,630–$14,330, delivery in 7–14 days, 270 carriers on the Bakersfield side and 52 in Concord.

3,022 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,630–$14,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bakersfield, California
To: Concord, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 3,022 miles (2,561 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 270 (144 interstate)
Movers at destination: 52 (40 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Bakersfield

The route from Bakersfield, CA to Concord, NH covers roughly 3,022 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $9,630 to $14,330 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Bakersfield side there are 270 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (144 of them authorized for interstate work), and 52 around Concord (40 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 Concord.

Bakersfield has a population of about 422,165 and Concord about 45,000. Bakersfield is considerably denser (2,693 people per square mile versus 688), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in New Hampshire than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bakersfield to Concord

Full-service estimate for 3,022 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,850	$4,700	$5,730
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,780	$7,050	$8,600
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,630	$11,740	$14,330
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,410	$18,790	$22,920
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,180	$25,830	$31,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,160–$5,870

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

Portable container

$3,720–$5,470

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

Full-service mover

$9,630–$14,330

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

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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 Bakersfield (origin)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Concord (destination)

Gaftek INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 814881
MC: 101453
Based in: Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (888) 485-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Towing & Recovery

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Accurate Transportation LLC

USDOT: 3164566
MC: 113598
Based in: Hopkinton, NH 03229 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 715-6325 Route Verify on FMCSA

Home Folk Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 972666
MC: 411999
Based in: Tilton, NH 03276 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (207) 651-7901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4501946
MC: 1781103
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (603) 228-5665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eze Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4275647
MC: 1661198
Based in: Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (857) 209-8184 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Clapp Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1921436
MC: 868301
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (603) 856-1390 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teq Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3743552
MC: 1326122
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (603) 450-0550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ag And Ft Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333211
MC: 1697122
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 717-5012 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 52 movers in Concord

Tips for this move

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 Concord accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bakersfield to Concord?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,850 to $5,730 for a studio, $5,780 to $8,600 for a one-bedroom, $9,630 to $14,330 for a two-bedroom, $15,410 to $22,920 for a three-bedroom and $21,180 to $31,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Bakersfield?

About 3,022 road miles (2,561 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 California into New Hampshire 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 Bakersfield to Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,160 to $5,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,720 to $5,470. 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 Bakersfield–Concord corridor.