Binghamton, NY → Bakersfield, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Binghamton to Bakersfield

About 2,768 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,710–$14,450, delivery in 7–14 days, 77 carriers on the Binghamton side and 270 in Bakersfield.

2,768 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,710–$14,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Binghamton, New York
To: Bakersfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,768 miles (2,345 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 77 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Binghamton

The route from Binghamton, NY to Bakersfield, CA covers roughly 2,768 miles by road, a west-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 $9,710 to $14,450 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Binghamton side there are 77 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Binghamton has a population of about 47,000 and Bakersfield about 422,165. Binghamton is considerably denser (4,578 people per square mile versus 2,693), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Binghamton to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 2,768 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,890	$4,740	$5,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,830	$7,110	$8,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,710	$11,840	$14,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,540	$18,950	$23,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,370	$26,060	$31,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,890–$5,500

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

Portable container

$3,490–$5,130

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

Full-service mover

$9,710–$14,450

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Binghamton (origin)

Willow Run Foods Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27814
MC: 249740
Based in: Kirkwood, NY 13795 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 90 trucks, 153 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 234-7550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rogers Service Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 15059
MC: 105117
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13905 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (607) 797-7333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coachmaster Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Serafini Transportation Corp

USDOT: 534719
MC: 154046
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13901 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (607) 762-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Binghamton-Ithaca Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 163487
MC: 217257
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13901 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (607) 723-9433 Route Verify on FMCSA

U Save Auto Rental Repair

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Sunco Holding Corp

USDOT: 1348719
MC: 518757
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13905 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (607) 772-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dimon & Bacorn Co Of Binghamton

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pettis Moving Company INC

USDOT: 15010
MC: 79862
Based in: Vestal, NY 13850 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (607) 798-0099 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rogers Industrial Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 843385
MC: 372490
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13903 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (607) 722-4949 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bk Energy INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2061721
MC: 796019
Based in: Vestal, NY 13850 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (607) 785-3393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Binghamton

Near Bakersfield (destination)

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

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 Binghamton to Bakersfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,890 to $5,780 for a studio, $5,830 to $8,670 for a one-bedroom, $9,710 to $14,450 for a two-bedroom, $15,540 to $23,120 for a three-bedroom and $21,370 to $31,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Binghamton?

About 2,768 road miles (2,345 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 New York 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 Binghamton to Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,890 to $5,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,490 to $5,130. 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 Binghamton–Bakersfield corridor.