Burbank, CA → Elk Grove, CA · Regional long-distance move
About 399 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,770–$5,610, delivery in 1–3 days, 896 carriers on the Burbank side and 571 in Elk Grove.
Moving from Burbank to Elk Grove is a regional long-distance move of roughly 399 road miles, heading northwest within 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 $3,770 to $5,610 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 35 min.
On the Burbank side there are 896 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (350 of them authorized for interstate work), and 571 around Elk Grove (310 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 Elk Grove.
Burbank has a population of about 102,988 and Elk Grove about 185,007. Burbank is considerably denser (6,204 people per square mile versus 4,193), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,540 | $1,880 | $2,290 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,260 | $2,760 | $3,370 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,770 | $4,600 | $5,610 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $6,040 | $7,360 | $8,980 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $8,300 | $10,120 | $12,350 |
$560–$790
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,380–$2,020
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,770–$5,610
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,260 to $3,370 for a one-bedroom, $3,770 to $5,610 for a two-bedroom, $6,040 to $8,980 for a three-bedroom and $8,300 to $12,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 399 road miles (338 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 35 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
No. Because both Burbank and Elk Grove 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,380 to $2,020. 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.
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 Burbank–Elk Grove corridor.