Casper, WY → Bakersfield, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Casper to Bakersfield

About 1,008 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,180–$7,700, delivery in 3–7 days, 25 carriers on the Casper side and 270 in Bakersfield.

1,008 miroad distance
18 h 5 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,180–$7,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Casper, Wyoming
To: Bakersfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,008 miles (854 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 5 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 25 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Casper

Bakersfield sits about 1,008 miles southwest of Casper, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wyoming to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,180 to $7,700 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 5 min.

On the Casper side there are 25 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Casper has a population of about 59,000 and Bakersfield about 422,165. The two cities have comparable density (2,207 and 2,693 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Wyoming, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Casper to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 1,008 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,070	$2,530	$3,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,110	$3,790	$4,620
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,180	$6,310	$7,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,280	$10,100	$12,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,390	$13,890	$16,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$5,180–$7,700

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Casper (origin)

Inno Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 899962
MC: 1469538
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (229) 358-8757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Night Owl Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3822280
MC: 1383532
Based in: Casper, WY 82602 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (213) 936-7225 Verify on FMCSA

Antwine Team Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312326
MC: 1052392
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (307) 441-8999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steeline Hauling LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4552426
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 251-2416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thunderstruck Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: H D Grimes & J D Burnell

USDOT: 1304996
Based in: Mills, WY 82644 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 259-0637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan Washechek Breeze Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dan Washechek

USDOT: 1309155
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 265-5945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beagle Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Robert Lee Beagle

USDOT: 3078894
MC: 65524
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 262-4506 Route Verify on FMCSA

McKendree Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Total Oilfield Rentals INC

USDOT: 314226
MC: 209563
Based in: Casper, WY 82604 (20 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (307) 237-9692 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Casper

Near Bakersfield (destination)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Bakersfield if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Casper to Bakersfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,080 for a studio, $3,110 to $4,620 for a one-bedroom, $5,180 to $7,700 for a two-bedroom, $8,280 to $12,320 for a three-bedroom and $11,390 to $16,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Casper?

About 1,008 road miles (854 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 5 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 Wyoming 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 Casper to Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Casper–Bakersfield corridor.