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Boulder, CO → Modesto, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Boulder to Modesto

About 1,018 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,440–$8,090, delivery in 3–7 days, 120 carriers on the Boulder side and 392 in Modesto.

  • 1,018 miroad distance
  • 18 h 15 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,440–$8,0902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,018 miles (863 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 15 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
120 (30 interstate)
Movers at destination
392 (205 interstate)

Reverse: Modesto → Boulder

Moving from Boulder to Modesto is a long-distance move of roughly 1,018 road miles, heading west from Colorado to California.

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 $5,440 to $8,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 15 min.

On the Boulder side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (30 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Modesto (205 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 Modesto.

Boulder has a population of about 105,689 and Modesto about 219,652. The two cities have comparable density (4,116 and 5,081 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Boulder to Modesto

Full-service estimate for 1,018 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,180 $2,650 $3,240
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,260 $3,980 $4,850
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,440 $6,630 $8,090
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,700 $10,610 $12,940
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,960 $14,590 $17,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,500–$2,110

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

Portable container

$1,930–$2,840

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

Full-service mover

$5,440–$8,090

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Boulder, CO → Modesto, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Boulder (origin)

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT
364146
Based in
Boulder, CO 80303 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (303) 735-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gmx Transline INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2560715
MC
89066
Based in
Superior, CO 80027 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (303) 482-6223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insaf Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3771550
MC
1346496
Based in
Westminster, CO 80023 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (720) 707-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Boulder

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Boulder LLC

USDOT
2629937
MC
915118
Based in
Broomfield, CO 80020 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanmoving Com

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Man & A Van Moving INC

USDOT
1253812
MC
491486
Based in
Broomfield, CO 80020 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (720) 651-8337 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulder All Star Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2842456
MC
56178
Based in
Lafayette, CO 80026 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (303) 718-6355 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving Company 303 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3497243
MC
1153031
Based in
Longmont, CO 80501 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Hero Haul

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Your Colorado Movers LLC

USDOT
4342532
MC
1696908
Based in
Arvada, CO 80007 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (888) 864-8394 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Boulder

Near Modesto (destination)

Bivio Transport And Logistics Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2611556
MC
22572
Based in
Ceres, CA 95307 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
120 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (209) 272-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3280009
MC
1036884
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357829
MC
520713
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2581361
MC
903865
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Modesto A1 Glass Company INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4521889
Based in
Modesto, CA 95350 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (209) 522-1172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobb Refrigerated Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
145920
MC
147824
Based in
Modesto, CA 95351 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (209) 576-0327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khodi Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2141804
MC
745315
Based in
Turlock, CA 95382 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (209) 648-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dino Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2896438
MC
973484
Based in
Keyes, CA 95328 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (916) 541-2371 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Modesto

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Boulder to Modesto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,180 to $3,240 for a studio, $3,260 to $4,850 for a one-bedroom, $5,440 to $8,090 for a two-bedroom, $8,700 to $12,940 for a three-bedroom and $11,960 to $17,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Modesto from Boulder?

About 1,018 road miles (863 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Colorado 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 Boulder to Modesto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,500 to $2,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,930 to $2,840. 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 Boulder–Modesto corridor.