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San Luis Obispo, CA

Bakersfield, CA → San Luis Obispo, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo

About 109 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,460–$3,670, delivery in 1–2 days, 270 carriers on the Bakersfield side and 11 in San Luis Obispo.

  • 109 miroad distance
  • 2 h 35 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,460–$3,6702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 109 miles (92 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 35 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
270 (144 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (4 interstate)

Reverse: San Luis Obispo → Bakersfield

Moving from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo is a short-haul move of roughly 109 road miles, heading west within California.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 35 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,460 and $3,670, before packing or storage.

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 11 around San Luis Obispo (4 interstate). For an in-state 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 San Luis Obispo.

Bakersfield has a population of about 422,165 and San Luis Obispo about 47,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,693 and 3,494 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo

Full-service estimate for 109 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,460 $3,010 $3,670
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,940 $4,810 $5,870
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,420 $6,610 $8,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$2,460–$3,670

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

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Near San Luis Obispo (destination)

Meathead Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
921143
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (805) 544-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1278931
MC
497853
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (805) 544-9222 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Experience

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Moving Experience LLC

USDOT
3028544
MC
38168
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (805) 544-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenfield Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert R Newby

USDOT
858640
MC
439893
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (805) 545-8477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Coast Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1442037
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (805) 489-8845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Enterprises

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3499079
MC
1154268
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (805) 202-8228 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daylight Home & Patio

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3129342
Based in
Sn Luis Obisp, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 712-8885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cal Deals

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Cal Deals Furniture INC

USDOT
4507381
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (805) 458-8007 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in San Luis Obispo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,460 to $3,670 for a two-bedroom, $3,940 to $5,870 for a three-bedroom and $5,420 to $8,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Luis Obispo from Bakersfield?

About 109 road miles (92 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 35 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Bakersfield and San Luis Obispo are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,640. 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–San Luis Obispo corridor.