San Francisco, CA

Buckeye, AZ → San Francisco, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Buckeye to San Francisco

About 738 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,510–$6,710, delivery in 2–5 days, 87 carriers on the Buckeye side and 899 in San Francisco.

  • 738 miroad distance
  • 13 h 25 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,510–$6,7102-bedroom estimate
Photo: Craig Howell from San Carlos, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 738 miles (625 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 25 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
87 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination
899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Buckeye

The route from Buckeye, AZ to San Francisco, CA covers roughly 738 miles by road, a northwest-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 $4,510 to $6,710 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 13 h 25 min.

On the Buckeye side there are 87 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (50 of them authorized for interstate work), and 899 around San Francisco (270 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 San Francisco.

Buckeye has a population of about 125,445 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 233 in Buckeye), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Buckeye to San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 738 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,800 $2,200 $2,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,710 $3,300 $4,030
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,510 $5,500 $6,710
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,210 $8,800 $10,730
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,920 $12,100 $14,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,470

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

Full-service mover

$4,510–$6,710

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Buckeye (origin)

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2556837
MC
891686
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Jay D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1670482
MC
613997
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Lecher Farm Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3317966
MC
1055190
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Chapiz Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4048374
MC
1533506
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Imperio Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3645767
MC
1254663
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Gps Translink LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3322459
MC
1057458
Based in
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Sp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3718304
MC
1307761
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
886646
MC
438405
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

All 87 movers in Buckeye

Near San Francisco (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All 899 movers in San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Buckeye to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,680 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,030 for a one-bedroom, $4,510 to $6,710 for a two-bedroom, $7,210 to $10,730 for a three-bedroom and $9,920 to $14,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Buckeye?

About 738 road miles (625 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 25 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 Arizona 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 Buckeye to San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,470. 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 Buckeye–San Francisco corridor.