Bakersfield, CA → Murfreesboro, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from Bakersfield to Murfreesboro

About 2,152 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,580–$11,280, delivery in 5–10 days, 270 carriers on the Bakersfield side and 282 in Murfreesboro.

2,152 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,580–$11,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bakersfield, California
To: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 2,152 miles (1,824 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 270 (144 interstate)
Movers at destination: 282 (182 interstate)

Reverse: Murfreesboro → Bakersfield

The route from Bakersfield, CA to Murfreesboro, TN covers roughly 2,152 miles by road, a east-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 $7,580 to $11,280 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 37 hours (5 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 282 around Murfreesboro (182 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 Murfreesboro.

Bakersfield has a population of about 422,165 and Murfreesboro about 171,178. The two cities have comparable density (2,693 and 2,429 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Tennessee than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bakersfield to Murfreesboro

Full-service estimate for 2,152 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,030	$3,700	$4,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,550	$5,550	$6,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,580	$9,250	$11,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,130	$14,790	$18,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,680	$20,340	$24,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,960–$4,180

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

Portable container

$2,940–$4,320

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

Full-service mover

$7,580–$11,280

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

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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

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Near Murfreesboro (destination)

Firstfleet

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Firstfleet INC

USDOT: 313891
MC: 193678
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,520 trucks, 2,769 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (615) 890-9229 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2821486
MC: 940916
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (310) 230-5584 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & D Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3902567
MC: 1438161
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (504) 261-2307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid-Tenn Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2204555
MC: 765975
Based in: Nolensville, TN 37135 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (615) 574-5546 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gfc Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 795256
MC: 354341
Based in: Smyrna, TN 37167 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (615) 462-7905 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Murfeesboro LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2592933
MC: 909721
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Messolar Moving And Installation Services

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Messolar LLC

USDOT: 3924442
MC: 1452616
Based in: Smyrna, TN 37167 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (786) 857-3147 Route Verify on FMCSA

Here'S The Deal LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3582554
MC: 1372750
Based in: LA Vergne, TN 37086 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (615) 953-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 282 movers in Murfreesboro

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,030 to $4,510 for a studio, $4,550 to $6,770 for a one-bedroom, $7,580 to $11,280 for a two-bedroom, $12,130 to $18,050 for a three-bedroom and $16,680 to $24,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Murfreesboro from Bakersfield?

About 2,152 road miles (1,824 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 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 California into Tennessee 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 Murfreesboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,960 to $4,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,940 to $4,320. 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–Murfreesboro corridor.