Billings, MT → Sacramento, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Billings to Sacramento

About 975 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,130–$7,630, delivery in 2–5 days, 33 carriers on the Billings side and 747 in Sacramento.

975 miroad distance
17 h 31 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,130–$7,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Billings, Montana
To: Sacramento, California
Road distance: ≈ 975 miles (827 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 31 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (28 interstate)
Movers at destination: 747 (421 interstate)

Reverse: Sacramento → Billings

The route from Billings, MT to Sacramento, CA covers roughly 975 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,130 to $7,630 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 31 min.

On the Billings side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (28 of them authorized for interstate work), and 747 around Sacramento (421 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 Sacramento.

Billings has a population of about 121,239 and Sacramento about 536,449. Sacramento is the denser city (5,324 people per square mile versus 2,614 in Billings), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Montana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Billings to Sacramento

Full-service estimate for 975 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,050	$2,500	$3,050
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,080	$3,750	$4,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,130	$6,260	$7,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,210	$10,010	$12,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,290	$13,770	$16,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,050

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$5,130–$7,630

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Billings (origin)

Mt Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3362300
MC: 1076928
Based in: Billings, MT 59105 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 490-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calvin Avery Consultants LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4161481
MC: 1599225
Based in: Laurel, MT 59044 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (702) 937-6456 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mark Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ben Thomas

USDOT: 1597576
MC: 591004
Based in: Billings, MT 59105 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (406) 860-1387 Route Verify on FMCSA

By All Means

Licensed interstate

Legal name: By All Means Brewing LLC

USDOT: 4448901
MC: 1752852
Based in: Billings, MT 59102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (406) 534-3075 Route Verify on FMCSA

William Hill Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: William Hill

USDOT: 727340
MC: 334035
Based in: Billings, MT 59105 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (406) 431-7822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dkr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2529433
MC: 322451
Based in: Billings, MT 59106 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (406) 855-4911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Redtail Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285881
MC: 1039709
Based in: Billings, MT 59106 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 208-0298 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dolar Excavation LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2570749
MC: 898382
Based in: Billings, MT 59102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (406) 200-0062 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Billings

Near Sacramento (destination)

Svb Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2148443
MC: 769666
Based in: Citrus Heights, CA 95621 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 119 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 735-5760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmp Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kmp Transport INC

USDOT: 2780515
MC: 925803
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95834 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 265-0762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joe'S Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Joe'S Logistics INC

USDOT: 1380891
MC: 526609
Based in: Rio Linda, CA 95673 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (530) 510-0452 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2147715
MC: 799201
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 668-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Registan INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3872360
MC: 1418146
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (916) 620-5051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grocery Outlet INC

USDOT: 700726
MC: 1528623
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95826 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (510) 338-4218 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rotex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1352052
MC: 515740
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (916) 363-3115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All The Way Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2792231
MC: 931554
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 837-7626 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 747 movers in Sacramento

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Billings to Sacramento?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,050 to $3,050 for a studio, $3,080 to $4,580 for a one-bedroom, $5,130 to $7,630 for a two-bedroom, $8,210 to $12,210 for a three-bedroom and $11,290 to $16,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sacramento from Billings?

About 975 road miles (827 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 31 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Montana 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 Billings to Sacramento?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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 Billings–Sacramento corridor.