Cary, NC → Redding, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Cary to Redding

About 2,789 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,770–$13,040, delivery in 7–14 days, 514 carriers on the Cary side and 37 in Redding.

2,789 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,770–$13,0402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Cary, North Carolina
To: Redding, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,789 miles (2,364 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 514 (277 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Redding → Cary

The route from Cary, NC to Redding, CA covers roughly 2,789 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 $8,770 to $13,040 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 Cary side there are 514 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (277 of them authorized for interstate work), and 37 around Redding (15 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 Redding.

Cary has a population of about 183,582 and Redding about 94,000. Cary is considerably denser (2,951 people per square mile versus 1,574), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Cary to Redding

Full-service estimate for 2,789 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,510	$4,280	$5,220
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,260	$6,410	$7,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,770	$10,690	$13,040
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,030	$17,110	$20,870
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,290	$23,520	$28,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,920–$5,530

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

Portable container

$3,510–$5,160

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

Full-service mover

$8,770–$13,040

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 Cary (origin)

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&l Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: C&l Transport INC

USDOT: 163421
MC: 143081
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27603 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (984) 235-6920 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 514 movers in Cary

Near Redding (destination)

J & S Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Miller Trucking Corporation

USDOT: 451701
MC: 244112
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (530) 243-6178 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Towing & Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2508854
MC: 957782
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (530) 224-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shasta County Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shasta County Towing LLC

USDOT: 919620
MC: 872193
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (530) 510-6212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansens Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hansens Moving INC

USDOT: 1630507
MC: 601414
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 243-2945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mongoose Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3561809
MC: 1365857
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (530) 515-2005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lee'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobby Gene Lee

USDOT: 1984331
MC: 702567
Based in: Anderson, CA 96007 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (530) 357-2389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ms Motor Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4463432
MC: 1799555
Based in: Redding, CA 96002 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 646-5606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shb Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4355289
MC: 1703491
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 366-7493 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Redding

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cary to Redding?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,510 to $5,220 for a studio, $5,260 to $7,830 for a one-bedroom, $8,770 to $13,040 for a two-bedroom, $14,030 to $20,870 for a three-bedroom and $19,290 to $28,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Redding from Cary?

About 2,789 road miles (2,364 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 North Carolina 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 Cary to Redding?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,920 to $5,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,510 to $5,160. 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 Cary–Redding corridor.