Burlington, VT → Elk Grove, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Burlington to Elk Grove

About 2,940 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,360–$13,920, delivery in 7–14 days, 73 carriers on the Burlington side and 571 in Elk Grove.

2,940 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,360–$13,9202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Burlington, Vermont
To: Elk Grove, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,940 miles (2,492 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 73 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 571 (310 interstate)

Reverse: Elk Grove → Burlington

Moving from Burlington to Elk Grove is a cross-country move of roughly 2,940 road miles, heading west from Vermont 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 $9,360 to $13,920 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Burlington side there are 73 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 571 around Elk Grove (310 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 Elk Grove.

Burlington has a population of about 45,000 and Elk Grove about 185,007. The two cities have comparable density (4,343 and 4,193 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Vermont, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Burlington to Elk Grove

Full-service estimate for 2,940 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,740	$4,560	$5,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,610	$6,850	$8,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,360	$11,410	$13,920
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,970	$18,260	$22,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,580	$25,100	$30,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,070–$5,750

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

Portable container

$3,640–$5,360

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

Full-service mover

$9,360–$13,920

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 Burlington (origin)

Winds Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2529848
MC: 879056
Based in: Milton, VT 05468 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 61 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (802) 373-1156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 434207
MC: 190629
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (802) 893-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fireball Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2939394
MC: 997036
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (802) 864-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carpenter'S Motor Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86326
MC: 105506
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 862-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray'S Seafood Market INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 344283
MC: 537847
Based in: Burlington, VT 05401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (802) 658-7928 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Transforce LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586862
MC: 907740
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 829-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&s Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1665580
MC: 670173
Based in: Richmond, VT 05477 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (802) 279-0606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Booska Movers INC

USDOT: 786533
MC: 437707
Based in: South Burlington, VT 05403 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (802) 864-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 73 movers in Burlington

Near Elk Grove (destination)

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2147715
MC: 799201
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 668-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grocery Outlet INC

USDOT: 700726
MC: 1528623
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95826 (9 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (916) 363-3115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kolesnikov Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2884674
MC: 968513
Based in: Carmichael, CA 95608 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (916) 882-3917 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Spot Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3468186
MC: 1134665
Based in: Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 33 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (916) 995-9808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2973
MC: 127007
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95828 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (916) 381-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenline Express Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1454615
MC: 549687
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95815 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (916) 744-2811 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2340489
MC: 799192
Based in: Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (916) 800-1009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 571 movers in Elk Grove

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Elk Grove accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Burlington to Elk Grove?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,740 to $5,570 for a studio, $5,610 to $8,350 for a one-bedroom, $9,360 to $13,920 for a two-bedroom, $14,970 to $22,270 for a three-bedroom and $20,580 to $30,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elk Grove from Burlington?

About 2,940 road miles (2,492 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Vermont 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 Burlington to Elk Grove?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,070 to $5,750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,640 to $5,360. 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 Burlington–Elk Grove corridor.