Chico, CA → Bend, OR · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Chico to Bend

About 352 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,320–$4,940, delivery in 1–3 days, 47 carriers on the Chico side and 51 in Bend.

352 miroad distance
6 h 46 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,320–$4,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chico, California
To: Bend, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 352 miles (298 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 46 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 47 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (27 interstate)

Reverse: Bend → Chico

Bend sits about 352 miles north of Chico, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Oregon that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,320 to $4,940 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 6 h 46 min.

On the Chico side there are 47 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 51 around Bend (27 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 Bend.

Chico has a population of about 105,081 and Bend about 107,342. The two cities have comparable density (2,976 and 2,952 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Oregon than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Chico to Bend

Full-service estimate for 352 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,430	$1,750	$2,130
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,990	$2,430	$2,960
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,320	$4,050	$4,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,310	$6,480	$7,900
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,300	$8,900	$10,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$510–$720

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

Portable container

$1,330–$1,960

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

Full-service mover

$3,320–$4,940

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 Chico (origin)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT: 2616732
MC: 1018786
Based in: Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3421940
MC: 1416634
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT: 1632139
MC: 601878
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT: 2672752
MC: 1291331
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2460069
MC: 849884
Based in: Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT: 3369808
MC: 1080234
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT: 1216126
MC: 507371
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4350535
MC: 1700995
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

Near Bend (destination)

Prestige Moving & Storagebend INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cascade Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1763361
MC: 644479
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (541) 383-3362 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Morgan W Parker LLC

USDOT: 2814562
MC: 106973
Based in: Bend, OR 97701 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (218) 779-0612 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Move Movers Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3592710
MC: 1217482
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (541) 410-4889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ger-Bear LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3562205
MC: 1253823
Based in: Bend, OR 97701 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (707) 498-8622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Live Junkless

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Live Junkless LLC

USDOT: 4230476
MC: 1636643
Based in: Bend, OR 97703 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (541) 550-1240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 620780
MC: 482315
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (503) 550-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northland Furniture Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Genesis Acquisition Company LLC

USDOT: 3406851
MC: 1097552
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (541) 389-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jsm Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4109253
MC: 1615508
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (541) 419-4446 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Bend

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chico to Bend?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,430 to $2,130 for a studio, $1,990 to $2,960 for a one-bedroom, $3,320 to $4,940 for a two-bedroom, $5,310 to $7,900 for a three-bedroom and $7,300 to $10,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bend from Chico?

About 352 road miles (298 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 46 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from California into Oregon 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 Chico to Bend?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $510 to $720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,960. 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 Chico–Bend corridor.